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DX05 DMY

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,617 mi
Last recorded30,617 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 DMY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 30,617 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

revs sticking

Pass 23 Jun 2023 27,885 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 27,885 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 27,071 miles

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2022 27,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Rear Brake component insecure split pin missing rear torque arm locking nut (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake reaction bracket excessively corroded (1.1.15 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 26,412 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Feb 2021 26,409 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 25,877 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 23,019 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 21,092 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 18,895 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 17,716 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 13,603 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 13,593 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2009 10,225 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 21,238 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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DX05 DMY is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 DX05 DMY, 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 DX05 DMY registered?

DX05 DMY is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is DX05 DMY safe to buy?

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