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W637 VRE

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

51,817 mi
Last recorded51,817 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW637 VRE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 51,817 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 51,784 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 51,760 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 51,760 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 51,382 miles

rear tyre worn slightly uneven

Pass 12 Aug 2020 50,834 miles

both front and rear tyres are worn uneven,but are legal

Fail 10 Aug 2020 50,829 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

both front and rear tyres are worn uneven,but are legal

Pass 2 Sep 2019 50,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear tyre worn slightly out of shape uneven

gear change lever loose/worn

Pass 13 Jul 2018 48,504 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 44,308 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 36,964 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 29,541 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 29,227 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 29,169 miles

Vehicle presented with headlamp beam deflector fitted

Fail 5 Jun 2014 29,165 miles

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

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

Vehicle presented with headlamp beam deflector fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2012 26,710 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 25,440 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 25,079 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 24,023 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 40,450 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 40,448 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (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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W637 VRE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 W637 VRE, 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 W637 VRE registered?

W637 VRE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 May 2000.

Is W637 VRE safe to buy?

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