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DX05 DYO

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,131 mi
Last recorded55,131 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 DYO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 55,131 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 54,966 miles

Brake lever has little reserve travel, front brakes, control 1

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2018 54,923 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Manifold (7.1.1b)

Condition of offside throttle rubber borderline

Rear Corrosion on rear coil springs

Pass 28 Mar 2017 52,430 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 52,430 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 49,079 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 48,246 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 46,762 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

front brake feels slightly spongy,not enough to fail

Fail 1 Jun 2012 46,762 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

front brake feels slightly spongy,not enough to fail

Pass 3 Jun 2011 44,210 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

gear lever bent

rear brake has quite a bit of travel but operates ok

Pass 27 May 2010 42,389 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 38,434 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 25,977 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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 DYO is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DYO, 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 DYO registered?

DX05 DYO is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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