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LK56 GCU

2007 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

16,758 mi
Last recorded16,758 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 Kawasaki ER519,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK56 GCU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 16,758 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2019 16,758 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 14,695 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 10,594 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 9,226 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 9,226 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 8,727 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 8,727 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 11,257 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 10,841 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 8,316 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 8,316 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 6,672 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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LK56 GCU is a 2007 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2007 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 19,014 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 LK56 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 19 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LK56 GCU registered?

LK56 GCU is a 2007 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 5 February 2007.

Is LK56 GCU safe to buy?

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