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X399 CYB

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,571 mi
Last recorded40,571 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX399 CYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 40,571 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 40,571 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 36,639 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Travel on rear brake lever

Fail 24 Apr 2018 36,434 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly holding open in all positions (6.2.1f)

chain in poor condition

rear tyre worn low in centre

Pass 21 Oct 2016 33,331 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive rubbers (6.2.1e)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 33,331 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive rubbers (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 31,544 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 31,497 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 31,398 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 31,398 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 31,159 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 30,703 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 28,840 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 28,788 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 28,002 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 27,935 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 25,449 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 25,449 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 16,665 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 16,207 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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X399 CYB is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X399 CYB, 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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X399 CYB is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 October 2000.

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