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FX04 WHG

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,122 mi
Last recorded15,122 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 WHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 15,122 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))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 14,972 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 14,888 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 14,869 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 14,844 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 14,776 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 14,597 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 14,338 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 13,815 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 13,815 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 12,625 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 7,397 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 7,397 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 2,046 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 1,465 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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FX04 WHG is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FX04 WHG, 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 FX04 WHG registered?

FX04 WHG is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 July 2004.

Is FX04 WHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 WHG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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