MOT Status
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23,501 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?
Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.
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AU05 HKB is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 15,876 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 VN1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 HKB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki VN1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was AU05 HKB registered?
AU05 HKB is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 1 May 2005.
Is AU05 HKB safe to buy?
The MOT history for AU05 HKB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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