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V653 KGN

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,562 mi
Last recorded29,562 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV653 KGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 29,562 miles

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

Front brake binding slightly

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

Fail 30 Jun 2016 29,562 miles

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

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

Front brake binding slightly

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 29,302 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 29,302 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 29,072 miles

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

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 24,893 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 23,476 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 22,410 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 16,168 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 14,733 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 14,210 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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V653 KGN is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V653 KGN, 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 V653 KGN registered?

V653 KGN is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is V653 KGN safe to buy?

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