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DX55 KWL

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,354 mi
Last recorded47,354 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 KWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2014 47,354 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 45,018 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 45,011 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 42,055 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 37,487 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 30,803 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 30,791 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 27,699 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2008 27,679 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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 KWL is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KWL, 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 KWL registered?

DX55 KWL is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 15 October 2005.

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