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DX05 NYH

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

58,084 mi
Last recorded58,084 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 NYH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 58,084 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 58,080 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 46,566 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2024 46,171 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2023 45,746 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2022 42,549 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 42,546 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 42,386 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 38,056 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 33,965 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 29,312 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting both (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 25,827 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 24,592 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 22,707 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

clutch pivots worn

trailing arm corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2012 22,283 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 20,255 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 17,024 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 14,321 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 10,080 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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DX05 NYH is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DX05 NYH, 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 DX05 NYH registered?

DX05 NYH is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is DX05 NYH safe to buy?

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