Kawasaki Er5 (2004)
2004 Kawasaki Er5
CarHunch analysed 177 real MOT records for the 2004 Kawasaki Er5. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
What to check before buying a 2004 Kawasaki Er5
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 176 | 82.4% | 2.05 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 57.1% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Kawasaki Er5 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2004 Kawasaki Er5 vehicles fall between 11,192 and 27,190 miles.
2004 Kawasaki Er5 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 30 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (33% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2004 Kawasaki Er5
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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48.6%
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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43.7%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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40.9%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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32.8%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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32.4%
Drive chain slightly loose
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21.7%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
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20%
Steering movement slightly 'notchy'
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18.6%
Headlamp aim too low
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004. Counts include advisories and failures.
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