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W238 LFW

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,976 mi
Last recorded11,976 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW238 LFW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 11,976 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector joint corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 11,970 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 11,967 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Rear brake noisy in operation

Pass 12 Jan 2024 11,944 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake advise strip and clean (1.2.1 (c))

Rear brake noisy in operation

Pass 16 Jan 2023 11,448 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 10,758 miles

Front Fork Dust Seals Deteriorating

Rear Age Related Cracks in tread of rear tyre, not exposing cords

Pass 13 Jan 2021 10,717 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 10,413 miles

drive chain slightly worn

Fail 8 Jan 2020 10,413 miles

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

drive chain slightly worn

Pass 5 Jan 2019 10,231 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 10,001 miles

front brake lightly binding

Pass 28 Oct 2011 9,993 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 9,987 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 9,983 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 9,585 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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W238 LFW is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W238 LFW, 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 W238 LFW registered?

W238 LFW is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 19 July 2000.

Is W238 LFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W238 LFW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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