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DX54 GUD

2004 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,130 mi
Last recorded80,130 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki KLV100024,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 GUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 80,130 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator insecure both sides (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 80,130 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Sep 2021 80,129 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn below 4.5mm min thickness (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 79,513 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 75,151 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 66,939 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 587,577 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 7,000 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 45,177 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspention has stiff action and should be serviced.

Pass 13 Sep 2012 45,177 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspention has stiff action and should be serviced.

Pass 20 Jul 2011 32,509 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 20,225 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 27,489 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 6,524 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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DX54 GUD is a 2004 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DX54 GUD, 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.

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DX54 GUD is a 2004 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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