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BV55 CKL

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,156 mi
Last recorded29,156 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 CKL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 29,156 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 19,085 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 18,599 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 15,762 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 15,436 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 14,830 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 13,802 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 12,270 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 11,779 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 11,756 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 11,566 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 11,440 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 114,409 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 11,156 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 10,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 8,360 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 6,528 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2009 6,528 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?

Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 299
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 187
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 160
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 112
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 101
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BV55 CKL is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 10,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 299 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV55 CKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN800 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV55 CKL registered?

BV55 CKL is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 5 December 2005.

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The MOT history for BV55 CKL 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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