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AU55 CVO

2005 Kawasaki W650

Black Petrol 676cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,086 mi
Last recorded27,086 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki W65011,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 CVO
MakeKawasaki
ModelW650
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine676cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 27,086 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 26,091 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 26,091 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 25,989 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 25,930 miles

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

Front oil around underneath engine

Pass 26 Nov 2020 25,852 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 25,652 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 25,453 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2018 25,453 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 24,221 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 22,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Oct 2015 20,593 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 19,764 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 19,238 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 18,437 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 18,437 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 17,405 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 16,243 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

nylon locking device on top rear shock mounts not contacting thread

Pass 14 Oct 2009 14,697 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 11,518 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki W650?

Based on 19,528 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 171
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Drive chain excessively loose 29
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AU55 CVO is a 2005 Kawasaki W650 in Black with a 676cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki W650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 11,066 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 W650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU55 CVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki W650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki W650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU55 CVO registered?

AU55 CVO is a 2005 Kawasaki W650, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is AU55 CVO safe to buy?

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