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W991 EKE

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

5,580 mi
Last recorded5,580 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW991 EKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 5,580 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 95,181 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 94,821 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

chain guard bracket broken and insecure

foot brake travel

rear brake shoes on maximum wear

Pass 16 Sep 2016 94,153 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Sep 2016 94,153 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 92,987 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 29 Jul 2014 92,815 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 90,799 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 90,799 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 May 2012 90,706 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 May 2011 90,197 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 May 2010 89,694 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 24 May 2010 89,680 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 18 May 2009 88,664 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 May 2008 78,824 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 68,827 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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W991 EKE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 W991 EKE, 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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W991 EKE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 22 July 2000.

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