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AY06 CDV

2006 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,956 mi
Last recorded51,956 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki VN160016,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY06 CDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 51,956 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 49,034 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 48,347 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 47,469 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 45,997 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 41,585 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 37,059 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 30,867 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 23,200 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 21,373 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 18,882 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 15,225 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 15,225 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2011 10,870 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 8,548 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 8,548 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2009 6,505 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?

Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 10
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AY06 CDV is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,504 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 AY06 CDV, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY06 CDV registered?

AY06 CDV is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 20 March 2006.

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