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W98 SPE

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

43,463 mi
Last recorded43,463 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW98 SPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2019 43,463 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 42,385 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 42,382 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Aug 2016 41,912 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2015 39,664 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 39,664 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid on caliper (3.2.B4)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 34,988 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Dec 2013 32,142 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 27,588 miles

DASH SLIGHTY LOSE

Fail 12 Dec 2011 21,255 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 21,255 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 16,552 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 12,723 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 12,144 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 12,111 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 12,111 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2005 11,812 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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W98 SPE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 W98 SPE, 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 W98 SPE registered?

W98 SPE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W98 SPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W98 SPE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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