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LK08 BJY

2008 Kawasaki ER6

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,006 mi
Last recorded30,006 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ER614,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 BJY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 30,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 30,003 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 30,003 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working x 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 29,879 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 28,576 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 26,777 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 24,942 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 23,157 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 21,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 19,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play in rear shock bush (upper)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 17,687 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 16,778 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 15,380 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2011 12,851 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Mar 2011 12,851 miles

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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LK08 BJY is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LK08 BJY, 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 LK08 BJY registered?

LK08 BJY is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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