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GX05 NFA

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

65,714 mi
Last recorded65,714 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 NFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 65,714 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 65,704 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 65,450 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 64,928 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear sprocket carrier rubbers worn

Fail 9 Apr 2021 64,919 miles

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear rear sprocket rubbers worn

Fail 6 Apr 2021 64,914 miles

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear rear sprocket rubbers worn

Rear Wheel spindle loose split pin missing (renewed) (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 63,587 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 63,143 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 62,613 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 60,800 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 55,664 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 55,664 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 50,893 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 46,948 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 40,470 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 32,051 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 28,045 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 20,901 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 13,397 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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GX05 NFA is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GX05 NFA, 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 GX05 NFA registered?

GX05 NFA is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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