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DX04 ZKJ

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,979 mi
Last recorded58,979 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 ZKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 58,979 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 57,866 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 55,767 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 54,602 miles

Rear tyre out of shape

Pass 13 Aug 2020 53,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre ot of shape

Pass 13 Aug 2019 51,846 miles

Rear tyre out of shape

Pass 13 Aug 2018 49,596 miles

rear tyre out of shape

Fail 10 Aug 2018 49,585 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

brake lever tight to operate

clutch heavy

rear tyre out of shape

Pass 10 Aug 2017 46,489 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 43,784 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 39,878 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

rear break shoes on max adjustment

Pass 29 Nov 2012 35,510 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 35,391 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 35,359 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 33,394 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

l/h swichgear slightly loose

Pass 20 Nov 2008 31,321 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2007 26,495 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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DX04 ZKJ is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 18,240 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 DX04 ZKJ, 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 22 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 DX04 ZKJ registered?

DX04 ZKJ is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is DX04 ZKJ safe to buy?

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