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SP56 CUW

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,015 mi
Last recorded47,015 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 CUW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 47,015 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 46,976 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 46,976 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 46,976 miles

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

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 46,910 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 46,597 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 44,702 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 39,979 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 37,302 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 35,575 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 31,802 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 12,185 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 12,185 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

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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SP56 CUW is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SP56 CUW, 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

How do I check the history of SP56 CUW?

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What year was SP56 CUW registered?

SP56 CUW is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 October 2006.

Is SP56 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 CUW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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