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W994 DKE

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

36,336 mi
Last recorded36,336 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW994 DKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 36,336 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2021 36,336 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 31,252 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 30,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 30,267 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front pads getting close to legal limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 30,266 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake light switch inoperative (1.3.1a)

Offside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rh rider footpeg securing clip missing (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation rear tyre valve perished (4.1.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front pads getting close to legal limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 29,309 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,133 miles

tight links in chain

Pass 2 Feb 2008 20,891 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2008 20,891 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 17,710 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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W994 DKE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W994 DKE, 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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W994 DKE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 August 2000.

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