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X285 AHY

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

49,525 mi
Last recorded49,525 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX285 AHY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 49,525 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 46,951 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 44,701 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 41,496 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 39,462 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 36,430 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 35,562 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 33,434 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 27,227 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 23,591 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 23,591 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 21,044 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 20,606 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 19,668 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,264 miles

rear tyre has started to delaminate.

Pass 19 Sep 2011 19,103 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 17,114 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 15,925 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 15,031 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 14,526 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 14,356 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 13,864 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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X285 AHY is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 X285 AHY, 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 X285 AHY?

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What year was X285 AHY registered?

X285 AHY is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 13 October 2000.

Is X285 AHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X285 AHY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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