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W186 NJC

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,364 mi
Last recorded23,364 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW186 NJC
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 23,364 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2026 23,364 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 22,232 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 21,227 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 19,522 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 17,493 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 16,061 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 13,739 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 13,392 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Oct 2017 13,392 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 9,852 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 9,831 miles

front tyres perished and near limit

Pass 25 Apr 2014 9,813 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 9,672 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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W186 NJC is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 22,632 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W186 NJC, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W186 NJC registered?

W186 NJC is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 27 May 2000.

Is W186 NJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W186 NJC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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