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WA06 LHZ

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,844 mi
Last recorded36,844 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA06 LHZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 36,844 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 33,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 30,515 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 29,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 28,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 28,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 28,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 28,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 28,448 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 28,195 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipes (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear suspension operation slightly stiff

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 26,648 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Upper Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx1.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' with wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 26,648 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Upper Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx1.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' with wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 23,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2016 23,769 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means unable to check, no key (7.2.2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 20,589 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive rubbers slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' with wheel raised (2.2.1b)

rear suspension slightly stiff in operation

Pass 26 Nov 2014 33,224 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 30,917 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 27,788 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 18,099 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 9,602 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 4,104 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 3,884 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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WA06 LHZ is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WA06 LHZ, 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 WA06 LHZ registered?

WA06 LHZ is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 5 May 2006.

Is WA06 LHZ safe to buy?

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