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DX56 HVK

2006 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,046 mi
Last recorded3,046 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki VN160016,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 HVK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 3,046 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 3,042 miles

temporary number plate fitted for test

Pass 1 Jul 2015 2,988 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 2,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 2,783 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 2,849 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 2,846 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 2,518 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 2,518 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 2,097 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?

Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 10
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DX56 HVK is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,504 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 VN1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX56 HVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX56 HVK registered?

DX56 HVK is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is DX56 HVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 HVK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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