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W914 VHB

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

33,582 mi
Last recorded33,582 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW914 VHB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 33,582 miles

Front tyre perished

Rear drive sprocket Cush drive worn

Pass 31 Jul 2024 33,532 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 33,400 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 33,195 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 32,844 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 32,825 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 32,745 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 32,660 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 32,657 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2015 32,735 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Sep 2015 32,735 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 22,705 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 17,484 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 14,430 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 12,490 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

front brake pipe bracket insecure

windsheild insecure

Pass 28 Jun 2010 10,291 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 10,291 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 9,022 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 7,830 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 41,120 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 5,216 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 4,754 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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W914 VHB is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 W914 VHB, 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 W914 VHB registered?

W914 VHB is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 24 May 2000.

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