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V788 XBE

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

31,001 mi
Last recorded31,001 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV788 XBE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2012 31,001 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 31,001 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 10 Sep 2011 28,154 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 28,154 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 22,281 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 22,274 miles

Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 17,979 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 17,979 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 14,870 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 11,172 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 10,914 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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V788 XBE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 V788 XBE, 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

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What year was V788 XBE registered?

V788 XBE is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 January 2000.

Is V788 XBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V788 XBE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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