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X228 AAD

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,415 mi
Last recorded40,415 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX228 AAD
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 40,415 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive Cush drive rubbers slight freeplay (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 39,337 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 39,328 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Amber tint faded, front indicator emitting white light (1.5.1b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling Alignment out due to misaligned chain adjusters (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 38,848 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 38,848 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 36,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

No Speedometer Ilumination.

Pass 21 Aug 2013 32,991 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 17 Aug 2013 32,984 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 31,592 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 29,828 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 22,569 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,120 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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X228 AAD is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X228 AAD, 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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X228 AAD is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 27 October 2000.

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