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X494 JMW

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

26,019 mi
Last recorded26,019 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX494 JMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 26,019 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 25,046 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 18,864 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

plug in rear tyre

Fail 2 Apr 2019 18,864 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

plug in rear tyre

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 16,056 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 39,494 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 38,609 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 38,609 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 36,142 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 36,142 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 34,366 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 31,457 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 31,457 miles

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

front to rear wheel alignment slightly out.

rear brake pedal pivot starting to seize.

roller brake test indicates slight ovality in rear drum.

slight tight spots at full lock positions on steering head bearings.

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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X494 JMW is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 X494 JMW, 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 X494 JMW registered?

X494 JMW is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 November 2000.

Is X494 JMW safe to buy?

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