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DK05 LCF

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,436 mi
Last recorded24,436 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 LCF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 24,436 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 21,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 20,935 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 18,902 miles

foot brake req adjustment

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 May 2022 16,824 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 May 2022 16,824 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 16,486 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 12,994 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 12,968 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 11,379 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2017 9,151 miles

NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Pass 25 Mar 2013 8,919 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 8,900 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 8,545 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 6,294 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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DK05 LCF is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DK05 LCF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK05 LCF registered?

DK05 LCF is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is DK05 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 LCF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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