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SP56 CVU

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,181 mi
Last recorded26,181 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 CVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 26,181 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 24,286 miles

Offside Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess fork seal slight seep (5.3.3 (d))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 24,279 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable tyre flat (5.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess fork seal slight seep (5.3.3 (d))

Nearside h/t lead fouling on exhaust headers

Pass 1 May 2018 24,180 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 23,844 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 23,817 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 16,157 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 15,894 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 13,258 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 13,237 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 12,680 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 12,169 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 10,111 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 10,100 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 CVU is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 SP56 CVU, 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 SP56 CVU registered?

SP56 CVU is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is SP56 CVU safe to buy?

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