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EU55 KHW

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

20,889 mi
Last recorded20,889 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 KHW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 20,889 miles

Drive chain slightly loose rusty (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rust spots on frame

Pass 24 Jun 2024 20,297 miles

few rust spots appearing on frame

Pass 2 Jun 2023 18,804 miles

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

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

chain needs lubing

Pass 31 May 2022 17,537 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 16,884 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 15,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 15,757 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 14,086 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 12,001 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 11,810 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 11,810 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 11,748 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 11,135 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 11,135 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2013 11,038 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 10,823 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 10,823 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 10,149 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 9,275 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 9,275 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 8,087 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?

Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 299
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 187
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 160
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 112
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 101
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EU55 KHW is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 10,896 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 VN800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 299 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU55 KHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN800 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EU55 KHW registered?

EU55 KHW is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 8 October 2005.

Is EU55 KHW safe to buy?

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