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W211 WPO

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

64,123 mi
Last recorded64,123 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW211 WPO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 64,123 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 64,123 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jun 2024 63,877 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy stiff and notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Front tyre has age cracks in thread, cords or plies not exposed

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jul 2023 60,698 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 60,653 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Headbearings excessively stiff and notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working Stop lamp not working when front brake is applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar Nearside grip loose (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle does not return when released (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front Slight perishing on front tyre

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Switchgear loose on handlebar

Offside Switchgear loose on handlebar

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Front Front suspension stiff

Pass 22 Jul 2022 54,852 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre stand (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jul 2022 54,852 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre stand (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 48,898 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

Nearside grip slightly loose

Fail 14 Jul 2021 48,898 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

Nearside grip slightly loose

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 43,332 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 37,706 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 37,706 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 29,077 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 26,514 miles

Reserve travel on rear brake low

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Uneven wear on rear tyre

Pass 28 Apr 2012 25,345 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 24,392 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 22,184 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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W211 WPO is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 W211 WPO, 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.

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What year was W211 WPO registered?

W211 WPO is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 August 2000.

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