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SF56 FWM

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,903 mi
Last recorded23,903 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF56 FWM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 23,903 miles
Pass 5 May 2024 15,946 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 15,880 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2021 15,714 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2020 15,048 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 13,814 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 12,807 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 12,807 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 12,265 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 11,102 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 10,154 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 8,750 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 7,510 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 6,411 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 5,277 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 3,993 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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SF56 FWM 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 93.8%.

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 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 SF56 FWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF56 FWM registered?

SF56 FWM is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 12 December 2006.

Is SF56 FWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF56 FWM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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