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L12 LVM

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,552 mi
Last recorded18,552 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 LVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 18,552 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 18,530 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 18,466 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2013 18,466 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 18,314 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 17,722 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Aug 2008 17,686 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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L12 LVM is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 L12 LVM, 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 L12 LVM registered?

L12 LVM is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is L12 LVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 LVM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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