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W993 SES

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

51,355 mi
Last recorded51,355 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW993 SES
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 51,355 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 51,332 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Rear chain adjuster bracket (6.2.1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Aug 2016 51,305 miles

Front suspension has a fracture of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. O/S fork lower (2.3.8) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 50,523 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 50,239 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 49,873 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Feb 2011 49,873 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 47,208 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 Dec 2009 47,208 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 46,076 miles

Near side handlebar switch slightly insecure

Rear tyre slightly perished

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 40,039 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 33,351 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 33,351 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 26,602 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 26,602 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2005 19,537 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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W993 SES is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 W993 SES, 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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W993 SES is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 14 August 2000.

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