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W489 RHU

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

24,223 mi
Last recorded24,223 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW489 RHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 24,223 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 24,038 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 23,890 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 23,031 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 22,055 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 9 Jun 2020 20,336 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 19,775 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 19,775 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2016 19,057 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 19,057 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2015 18,752 miles

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 18,261 miles

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 16,602 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 13,893 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 11,336 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 8,524 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 2 Jul 2008 6,684 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 6,684 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2007 5,614 miles

Slight cracking in front tyre wall

Pass 18 Jul 2006 5,071 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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W489 RHU is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 W489 RHU, 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 W489 RHU registered?

W489 RHU is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 26 July 2000.

Is W489 RHU safe to buy?

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