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W663 VMX

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,395 mi
Last recorded45,395 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW663 VMX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2015 45,395 miles

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

clutch lever broken at end

rear engine mount bolt missing

Fail 12 Feb 2014 44,495 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 44,495 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 41,088 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 41,088 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 38,070 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 33,082 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 28,827 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 28,827 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 21,472 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 21,364 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 17,984 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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W663 VMX is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W663 VMX, 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 W663 VMX registered?

W663 VMX is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 9 June 2000.

Is W663 VMX safe to buy?

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