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W897 TFJ

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,779 mi
Last recorded29,779 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2016
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW897 TFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2016 29,779 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 29,779 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 28,809 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 28,809 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 26,583 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 24,164 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2013 24,164 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 22,659 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 21,252 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 19,920 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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W897 TFJ is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 W897 TFJ, 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 W897 TFJ registered?

W897 TFJ is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W897 TFJ safe to buy?

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