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GN05 YYZ

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

58,916 mi
Last recorded58,916 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 YYZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 58,916 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 57,249 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2024 57,226 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 56,268 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 52,488 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 52,482 miles

Brake excessively binding Front (1.2.1 (f))

Position lamp not working Rear (4.2.1 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Rear (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2018 43,063 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2018 43,063 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 33,808 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 33,808 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 24,493 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 23,928 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 23,256 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 19,498 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 4 Aug 2012 19,341 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 14,293 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 9,671 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 4,764 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 3,994 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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GN05 YYZ is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 GN05 YYZ, 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 GN05 YYZ registered?

GN05 YYZ is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is GN05 YYZ safe to buy?

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