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W271 WTU

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,348 mi
Last recorded14,348 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW271 WTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 14,348 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 14,344 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 13,701 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 12,875 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 9,169 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 9,097 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 48,292 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 47,624 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 47,624 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

FRONT TYRE WRONG SIZE AGAINST FITMENT GUIDE

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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W271 WTU is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W271 WTU, 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 W271 WTU registered?

W271 WTU is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W271 WTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W271 WTU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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