CarVerify

Free Car Check

X203 VUA

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

31,021 mi
Last recorded31,021 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX203 VUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 31,021 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2018 31,021 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 31,021 miles

front side light inoperative[unable to determine if connected and in working condition]

long rear brake pedal travell

Fail 10 Oct 2016 31,021 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies brake aplication (1.3.1a)

front side light inoperative[unable to determine if connected and in working condition]

long rear brake pedal travell

Pass 22 Feb 2016 28,241 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 28,241 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Oct 2015 28,218 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

drive chain worn

front tyre worn uneven and close to legal limit

Fail 17 Oct 2014 25,145 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 25,145 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 22,603 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 22,427 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 22,063 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 21,580 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 21,133 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
Full Kawasaki ER5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X203 VUA is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 X203 VUA, 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

How do I check the history of X203 VUA?

You can check the full history of X203 VUA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X203 VUA registered?

X203 VUA is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X203 VUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X203 VUA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X203 VUA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X203 VUA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.