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BV55 CKA

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

14,318 mi
Last recorded14,318 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 CKA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2020 14,318 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 14,131 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 13,777 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 13,771 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 13,771 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 13,611 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 13,146 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 12,120 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 12,120 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 11,437 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 11,437 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 9,879 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 9,879 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 8,372 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 8,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Jan 2009 6,256 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?

Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
1,017
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
6,087
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,027
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 880
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 668
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 550
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BV55 CKA is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 19,374 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV55 CKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER5 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV55 CKA registered?

BV55 CKA is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is BV55 CKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 CKA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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