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X381 OBL

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,375 mi
Last recorded28,375 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX381 OBL
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 28,375 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 28,375 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 27,047 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 24,777 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 24,737 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 24,613 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 24,600 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 24,295 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 23,973 miles

Front 110/70-H17 BT45 strating to crack in tread gaps.

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 23,852 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 23,528 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 23,510 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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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X381 OBL is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue 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 X381 OBL, 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 X381 OBL registered?

X381 OBL is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 December 2000.

Is X381 OBL safe to buy?

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