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GN06 XAC

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

21,539 mi
Last recorded21,539 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN06 XAC
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 21,539 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play whee raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 22 Jun 2023 21,518 miles

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play whee raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 26 May 2023 21,506 miles

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

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure retaining clip missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 19,591 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear sprocket carrier bearing play

Pass 4 Jun 2021 12,910 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 12,910 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 12,905 miles

Front Brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 12,126 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 12,115 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 2 Aug 2014 12,066 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 7,941 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 7,919 miles

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

Nearside Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 1,410 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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GN06 XAC is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 GN06 XAC, 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 GN06 XAC registered?

GN06 XAC is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 July 2006.

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