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W853 RPH

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,674 mi
Last recorded17,674 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW853 RPH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 17,674 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 17,517 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 17,496 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 16,729 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 15,447 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 13,146 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 12,727 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 12,341 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 12,341 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Feb 2008 11,177 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 11,177 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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W853 RPH is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W853 RPH, 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 W853 RPH registered?

W853 RPH is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 16 August 2000.

Is W853 RPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W853 RPH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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