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YK08 FBC

2008 Kawasaki ER6

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,305 mi
Last recorded49,305 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ER614,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 FBC
MakeKawasaki
ModelER6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 49,305 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 46,246 miles

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 26 Jan 2024 46,246 miles

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 36,737 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 34,771 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 33,834 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 30,921 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 30,921 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2018 28,844 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside pillion footrest seized

Number plate light not working

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension slightly corroded At swingarm crossmember (2.4.A.2d)

Spring clip type joining link fitted to chain

Fail 26 Mar 2018 28,841 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light On front brake (1.3.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies On rear brake (1.3.1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside pillion footrest seized

Number plate light not working

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Spring clip type joining link fitted to chain

Pass 15 Apr 2017 26,252 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 21,969 miles

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 May 2015 21,968 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 28 May 2015 21,968 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 17,844 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 May 2013 11,382 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2012 5,966 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 2,070 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER6?

Based on 28,470 MOT tests across 2,580 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
Drive chain excessively loose 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 91
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YK08 FBC is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ER6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,860 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 ER6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK08 FBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER6 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ER6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YK08 FBC registered?

YK08 FBC is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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