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GN55 EKK

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,498 mi
Last recorded23,498 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 EKK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 23,498 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 21,970 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 20,608 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2020 20,608 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 19,564 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 19,047 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 19,047 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 18,403 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 18,335 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 18,335 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 16,854 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 16,854 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 14,428 miles

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 12,592 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 11,080 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 9,646 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 7,133 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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GN55 EKK is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GN55 EKK, 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 GN55 EKK registered?

GN55 EKK is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is GN55 EKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 EKK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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