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W308 WTU

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,291 mi
Last recorded86,291 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW308 WTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 86,291 miles

Front Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 79,846 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 79,842 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 79,304 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 79,303 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 78,386 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 75,773 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 75,773 miles

Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 72,366 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 69,412 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 Aug 2008 69,412 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 63,402 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 56,292 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 44,656 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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W308 WTU 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 71.4%.

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 W308 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.

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What year was W308 WTU registered?

W308 WTU is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 13 March 2000.

Is W308 WTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W308 WTU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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