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W131 SJB

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,485 mi
Last recorded50,485 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW131 SJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 50,485 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 19 May 2026 50,167 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 May 2025 48,836 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

exhaust been repaired /bandage

Fail 2 May 2025 48,775 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

exhaust been repaired /bandage

Pass 2 Aug 2023 47,623 miles

Clutch lever ball end missing

Front Lever bent

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot Lever adjustment required (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Section repaired with a repair/bandage (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 46,874 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Clutch lever end broken

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 46,099 miles

Clutch Lever broken end

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 45,243 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 36,683 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 26,244 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 22,324 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 19,646 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 19,637 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 16,161 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 16,161 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 14,696 miles

front tyre has cuts but no cord showing time of test

Fail 15 Sep 2014 14,696 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

front tyre has cuts but no cord showing time of test

Pass 12 Sep 2013 12,607 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 10,219 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 8,117 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 7,841 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 7,467 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 6,931 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 6,426 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 6,107 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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W131 SJB is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 W131 SJB, 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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W131 SJB is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 March 2000.

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