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GX56 OBZ

2006 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

14,479 mi
Last recorded14,479 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P16,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 OBZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 14,479 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 14,456 miles

Rear tyre worn unevenly, advise replacement

engine has a slight misfire

Pass 10 Jun 2022 14,012 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 13,607 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 12,883 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 12,285 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 10,785 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 9,459 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 8,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Aug 2015 5,903 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 5,903 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 3,402 miles

Rear drive rubber bushes worn (cush drive) inside sprocket carrier

Right hand instrument clock not illuminated

Pass 27 Aug 2013 1,349 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 766 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 734 miles

Drive chain rusty.

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2010 716 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

drive chain corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2009 686 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500 C5P?

Based on 4,065 MOT tests across 360 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
1,181
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 24
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GX56 OBZ is a 2006 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 16,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Er 500 C5P fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX56 OBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 500 C5P typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500 C5P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX56 OBZ registered?

GX56 OBZ is a 2006 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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