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DX55 FXV

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,738 mi
Last recorded28,738 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 FXV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 28,738 miles

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2021 28,738 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 26,371 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 24,667 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 22,751 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 22,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,079 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 15,639 miles

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' with wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 11,778 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 9,977 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 7,764 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 7,764 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2011 5,580 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 3,616 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 2,111 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 1,689 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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DX55 FXV 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 DX55 FXV, 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 DX55 FXV registered?

DX55 FXV is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is DX55 FXV safe to buy?

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