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CU05 FKM

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,853 mi
Last recorded84,853 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 FKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 84,853 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2022 82,079 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 79,953 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 78,911 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 75,832 miles

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

rear shock has reduced damping effect

Pass 27 Mar 2018 71,750 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 66,067 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 59,421 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 54,458 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 48,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2013 44,340 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 39,456 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 34,040 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2010 27,506 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2009 21,930 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 21,045 miles

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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CU05 FKM is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CU05 FKM, 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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What year was CU05 FKM registered?

CU05 FKM is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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