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W381 RJT

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,295 mi
Last recorded58,295 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW381 RJT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 58,295 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 58,295 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 58,294 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 58,236 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Cush drive worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 58,172 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 16,831 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 16,630 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 15,301 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 14,930 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 12,293 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 8,182 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 6,319 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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W381 RJT is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W381 RJT, 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 W381 RJT registered?

W381 RJT is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 27 June 2000.

Is W381 RJT safe to buy?

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