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GL08 HVZ

2008 Kawasaki ER6

Orange Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,758 mi
Last recorded72,758 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ER614,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 HVZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER6
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 72,758 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 71,095 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 70,254 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 69,910 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Rear shock absorber has slight play to upper mount (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 65,125 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 64,836 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Left caliper (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 60,308 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2019 60,308 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 50,684 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2018 50,684 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 42,599 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 39,391 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 39,387 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 35,288 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,381 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 13,689 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 2,052 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER6?

Based on 28,470 MOT tests across 2,580 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
Drive chain excessively loose 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 91
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GL08 HVZ is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6 in Orange with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ER6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 HVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER6 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ER6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL08 HVZ registered?

GL08 HVZ is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6, first registered on 5 July 2008.

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