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LK06 NEO

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

45,278 mi
Last recorded45,278 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK06 NEO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 45,278 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 44,745 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 42,142 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion rear shock mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 26 May 2018 42,142 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail Sproket (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion around rear shock mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Age cracks rear tyre

Pass 7 Dec 2016 35,355 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 35,355 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 26 Nov 2016 35,343 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn cannot see front in need of replacement (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive in need of replacement + slightly siezed (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 28,797 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Oct 2015 28,788 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 21,509 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 20,861 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 20,861 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 20,008 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 20,008 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 13,011 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 11,127 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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LK06 NEO is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LK06 NEO, 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 LK06 NEO registered?

LK06 NEO is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 8 August 2006.

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