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KE56 GXA

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,107 mi
Last recorded17,107 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE56 GXA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 17,107 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 17,046 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 17,046 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 16,946 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 16,892 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 16,824 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 16,586 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 16,392 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 16,392 miles

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

Suspension component has excessive wear or free play Swinging arm pivot (5.3.3 (d))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 15,222 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 14,660 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 13,443 miles

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

travel on rear brake

Pass 16 Nov 2013 10,328 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Nov 2013 10,328 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 6,126 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 5,766 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 4,953 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 4,471 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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KE56 GXA is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 KE56 GXA, 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 KE56 GXA registered?

KE56 GXA is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 November 2006.

Is KE56 GXA safe to buy?

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