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YE06 JYF

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,670 mi
Last recorded24,670 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE06 JYF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 24,670 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 24,299 miles

CHAIN HAS A TIGHT SPOT WILL REQUIRE REPLACEMENT SOON

Pass 2 Sep 2024 22,199 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 18,975 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 18,791 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 18,791 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 17,829 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 15,281 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 13,141 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 13,051 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 13,005 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 12,990 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 12,847 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 12,847 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 12,369 miles

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

after market exhaust fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2012 12,210 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2012 12,210 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 11,120 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 9,081 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2009 9,081 miles

Centre Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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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YE06 JYF is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE06 JYF, 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 YE06 JYF registered?

YE06 JYF is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 July 2006.

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