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FM55 PWL

2006 Kawasaki Ninja

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

19,372 mi
Last recorded19,372 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM55 PWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 19,372 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 17,934 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

rear brake spongey

return springs missing off both riders foot pegs

Fail 1 Apr 2025 17,925 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected rear brake peddle fouling on exshaust when brake is fully applied (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure footrest hanger broken (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 17,181 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 15,735 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 13,896 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 11,582 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 10,924 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 13 Jul 2018 10,261 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 10,249 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 10,240 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 10,115 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 10,000 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 10,000 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 9 May 2014 9,799 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 8,920 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 8,842 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 7,920 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 6,954 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ninja?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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FM55 PWL is a 2006 Kawasaki Ninja in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ninja fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM55 PWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ninja typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 20 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FM55 PWL is a 2006 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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