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EU06 VUR

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,433 mi
Last recorded17,433 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU06 VUR
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 17,433 miles

Clutch lever needs some adjustment

Rear brake lever needs some slight adjustment

Pass 17 Jun 2025 16,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2025 16,353 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 15,326 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 14,652 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 14,649 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 13,662 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 12,552 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 12,548 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 11,661 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 10,948 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 9,877 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 8,794 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2016 7,617 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 6,613 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2014 6,274 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 5,549 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 5,014 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 4,577 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 3,862 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 3,451 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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EU06 VUR is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EU06 VUR, 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 EU06 VUR registered?

EU06 VUR is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 4 July 2006.

Is EU06 VUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU06 VUR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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