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W398 HCE

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,573 mi
Last recorded27,573 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW398 HCE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 27,573 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 27,399 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 26,734 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 25,838 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 25,836 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 24,165 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 23,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 May 2013 23,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 May 2012 21,567 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 21,054 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 18,966 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 18,956 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 18,955 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 17,464 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 13,388 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 13,388 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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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W398 HCE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W398 HCE, 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 W398 HCE registered?

W398 HCE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 August 2000.

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