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X492 JHG

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,199 mi
Last recorded33,199 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX492 JHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 33,199 miles

headlamp still not full tightened /moves

rear brake adjuster out of range

rear cush drive rubbers worn

side stand safety switch inop

Fail 18 Jan 2020 33,193 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lagging in operation uneven application (1.2.1 (d))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low headlamp loose (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy knotchy, drop in straight ahead position (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail cush drive rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear tyre extremely old, over 13 years

ignition faulty switch off and engine keeps running

rear brake adjuster out of wear range

side stand safety cut out switch inop

Pass 7 Apr 2018 33,183 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 32,889 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 32,878 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 32,631 miles

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

Nail in front tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2008 31,424 miles

FRONT BRAKE CALIPER BINDING SLIGHTLY

Pass 7 Aug 2007 30,736 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 28,845 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 28,843 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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X492 JHG is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X492 JHG, 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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What year was X492 JHG registered?

X492 JHG is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 26 October 2000.

Is X492 JHG safe to buy?

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