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HF05 KFD

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

26,694 mi
Last recorded26,694 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 KFD
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 26,694 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 30,375 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 30,375 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2016 30,379 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 30,373 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 29,797 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 29,797 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2014 23,592 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 23,592 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 15 May 2013 21,178 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 21,178 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 19,111 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 17 May 2011 17,958 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2011 17,958 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 15,634 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 13,203 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 10,585 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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 KFD is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HF05 KFD, 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 HF05 KFD registered?

HF05 KFD is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 4 June 2005.

Is HF05 KFD safe to buy?

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