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W527 DWY

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,441 mi
Last recorded24,441 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW527 DWY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 24,441 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 24,204 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 24,204 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 15,929 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

centerstand damaged

fastener missing fron mudguard

Fail 18 Oct 2012 15,929 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

centerstand damaged

fastener missing fron mudguard

offside mirror damaged

uneven wear to front tyre

Pass 5 Oct 2011 15,567 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 52,055 miles

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

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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W527 DWY is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W527 DWY, 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 W527 DWY registered?

W527 DWY is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is W527 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W527 DWY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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