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CN56 FBY

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,542 mi
Last recorded34,542 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN56 FBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 34,542 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 34,530 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 34,520 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 34,478 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 34,463 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2020 34,463 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 34,131 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 33,732 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 33,370 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 33,370 miles

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

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear tyre sidewall perished but unable to see ply or cord

Pass 11 May 2016 32,931 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 31,939 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 28,643 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 26,806 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 23,359 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,509 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 1,057 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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CN56 FBY is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 16,017 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 CN56 FBY, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CN56 FBY registered?

CN56 FBY is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is CN56 FBY safe to buy?

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