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KE56 DRO

2006 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,081 mi
Last recorded35,081 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ER516,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE56 DRO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 35,081 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 33,226 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 31,781 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 29,972 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 26,618 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 23,668 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 21,242 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 18,938 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 16,429 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 14,757 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 12,720 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 12,720 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 10,227 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 7,837 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 6,443 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 6,091 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 4,816 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 3,555 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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KE56 DRO is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KE56 DRO, 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

How do I check the history of KE56 DRO?

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What year was KE56 DRO registered?

KE56 DRO is a 2006 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is KE56 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE56 DRO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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