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BX55 UDD

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,201 mi
Last recorded18,201 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 UDD
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 18,201 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 17,779 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 15,505 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 15,507 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 15,277 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 14,904 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 14,692 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 14,692 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 13,167 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 12,610 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 11,048 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 8,810 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 8,263 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 7 Jul 2012 8,258 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 7,234 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (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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BX55 UDD is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 23,055 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 BX55 UDD, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BX55 UDD is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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