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W617 VMV

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

39,805 mi
Last recorded39,805 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW617 VMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 39,805 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 39,533 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2024 39,533 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 38,700 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 38,698 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel Cush drive rubbers worn

Pass 9 Jul 2019 36,328 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 36,270 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 34,899 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 32,012 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 29,767 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Nov 2014 29,767 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 May 2014 24,745 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 13,959 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 13,424 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 12,914 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 12,435 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 11,185 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 10,939 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 21 Jul 2007 10,939 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2006 10,452 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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W617 VMV is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue 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 W617 VMV, 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 W617 VMV registered?

W617 VMV is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 May 2000.

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