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HF05 GVO

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,441 mi
Last recorded31,441 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 GVO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 31,441 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 29,187 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 25,002 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 25,001 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2010 20,051 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2010 20,051 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 15,755 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,308 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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HF05 GVO is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HF05 GVO, 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

How do I check the history of HF05 GVO?

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What year was HF05 GVO registered?

HF05 GVO is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is HF05 GVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF05 GVO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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