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X162 EGN

2000 Kawasaki ER5

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,165 mi
Last recorded56,165 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ER522,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX162 EGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 56,165 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 56,165 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 56,124 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 56,100 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Sprocket cush drive rubbers worn but not excessive

Fail 30 Oct 2020 56,099 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake component insecure Brake drum torque arm bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake component insecure Brake drum torque arm retaining device/clip missing (1.1.21 (c))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Sprocket cush drive rubbers worn but not excessive

Pass 23 Apr 2019 53,912 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 50,949 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 19 Apr 2018 50,943 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension rubbing chain guard (2.4.A.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever pivot slightly worn but not affecting strength

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 50,748 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 49,795 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 46,547 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 44,593 miles

number plate deterioating

Pass 17 Oct 2012 41,551 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 30,579 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 56,645 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 51,381 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 43,986 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 40,985 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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X162 EGN is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X162 EGN, 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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X162 EGN is a 2000 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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