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BW04 VCV

2004 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,556 mi
Last recorded56,556 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki KLV100024,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW04 VCV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 56,556 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 54,102 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 53,703 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 51,772 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 50,936 miles

Rear rear brake pad shim missing

Pass 23 Oct 2020 49,178 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 47,615 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 47,587 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 47,561 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 47,508 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 47,477 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 47,157 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 45,480 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 44,757 miles
Fail 26 May 2014 44,738 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 40,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 34,640 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 31,523 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 60,840 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLV1000?

Based on 1,629 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,436
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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BW04 VCV is a 2004 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki KLV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 24,438 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 KLV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BW04 VCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki KLV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW04 VCV registered?

BW04 VCV is a 2004 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 16 July 2004.

Is BW04 VCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW04 VCV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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