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W844 SCL

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW844 SCL
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 9 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

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

handle bar clamps fitted in reverse but serviceable

off road style tyres fitted front and rear

Fail 4 Nov 2022 9 miles

All direction indicators not working with engine running (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls rear bulb might be wired in reverse (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy after market silencer (8.1.1 (a))

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

front and rear tyres road legal off road style fitted

n/s and o/s handlebar clamps fitted in reverse

Pass 15 Jun 2020 23,536 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2020 23,531 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 16,664 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 16,610 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 14,186 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 14,149 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 14,016 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 13,871 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 13,652 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 13,399 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 12,137 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 9,301 miles

twist grip is bit stiff.

Pass 1 Aug 2006 5,256 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 5,216 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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W844 SCL is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 W844 SCL, 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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W844 SCL is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 April 2000.

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