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W998 PRJ

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,733 mi
Last recorded34,733 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW998 PRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 34,733 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 34,402 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 32,700 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 31,881 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 28,736 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 24,078 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 19,802 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 14,631 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 9,231 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 6,818 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 6,222 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,222 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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W998 PRJ is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 W998 PRJ, 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 W998 PRJ registered?

W998 PRJ is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 12 April 2000.

Is W998 PRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W998 PRJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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