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W362 VLO

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,589 mi
Last recorded34,589 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW362 VLO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 34,589 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 27,627 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 23,039 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 18,702 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2017 18,702 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 14,314 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 14,314 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 11,660 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 11,020 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 9,367 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 6,882 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 6,882 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 3,532 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 36,937 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 36,746 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 35,983 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 35,983 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 35,947 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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W362 VLO is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W362 VLO, 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 W362 VLO registered?

W362 VLO is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W362 VLO safe to buy?

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