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KE06 GCU

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

30,968 mi
Last recorded30,968 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE06 GCU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 30,968 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2025 30,967 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 30,826 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2024 30,826 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 30,177 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 28,981 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 28,924 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2021 28,924 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2016 26,731 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 May 2016 26,731 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 25,713 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 25,495 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 25,495 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 22,195 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 22,195 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 21,042 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 21,042 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 19,638 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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KE06 GCU is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 KE06 GCU, 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.

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What year was KE06 GCU registered?

KE06 GCU is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 April 2006.

Is KE06 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE06 GCU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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