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W482 VEF

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,665 mi
Last recorded25,665 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW482 VEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 25,665 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 23,746 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 21,972 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 21,418 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 20,967 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 20,613 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 20,194 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 19,446 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 19,423 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,949 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,805 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,670 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 14,122 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 2 May 2007 13,643 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 May 2007 13,643 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 12,652 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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W482 VEF is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W482 VEF, 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 W482 VEF registered?

W482 VEF is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 22 June 2000.

Is W482 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W482 VEF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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