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DX55 KFZ

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,777 mi
Last recorded32,777 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 KFZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 32,777 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both Front Fork Seals (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 29,459 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 29,197 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 28,730 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 26,833 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 26,817 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 23,050 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 23,040 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2015 21,702 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 19,520 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 16,563 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 12,004 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Feb 2011 6,931 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 6,931 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 6,916 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 6,657 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 5,442 miles

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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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DX55 KFZ is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DX55 KFZ, 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 DX55 KFZ registered?

DX55 KFZ is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 5 December 2005.

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