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X518 LPV

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,987 mi
Last recorded26,987 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX518 LPV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2013 26,987 miles

corrosion on rear shocks

swing arm corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2012 25,581 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 24,318 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 22,797 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 21,528 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 19,446 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 16,865 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 16,865 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Sep 2006 14,014 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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X518 LPV is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X518 LPV, 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 X518 LPV?

You can check the full history of X518 LPV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X518 LPV registered?

X518 LPV is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 November 2000.

Is X518 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X518 LPV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X518 LPV have outstanding finance?

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