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YN08 SYU

2008 Kawasaki ER6

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,262 mi
Last recorded39,262 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ER614,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 SYU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 39,262 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 39,022 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis headstock and rear frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Mar 2021 39,015 miles

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

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis headstock and rear frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 38,770 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2020 38,770 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 37,212 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2019 37,212 miles

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 4 Apr 2018 36,114 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 36,114 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 35,264 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 32,234 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 19,660 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 19,516 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 19,138 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 19,136 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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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YN08 SYU is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YN08 SYU, 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 YN08 SYU registered?

YN08 SYU is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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