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W903 RTO

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

44,864 mi
Last recorded44,864 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW903 RTO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 44,864 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 44,337 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 42,915 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 18 May 2024 42,915 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 41,608 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 26 May 2023 41,602 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2022 39,454 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2021 39,451 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2020 39,438 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 35,923 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 33,199 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 29,583 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 27,862 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 25,562 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 25,562 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 24,179 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 24,179 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 20,967 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 20,346 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 18,756 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 16,648 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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W903 RTO 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 76.2%.

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 W903 RTO, 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 W903 RTO registered?

W903 RTO is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is W903 RTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W903 RTO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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