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FJ05 KOA

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

24,363 mi
Last recorded24,363 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 KOA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 24,363 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 May 2025 23,197 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 23,170 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 22,392 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2023 22,392 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2022 20,825 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 20,261 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 20,261 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 19,685 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 12,880 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 9,885 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 9,865 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 9,284 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 9,118 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 8,962 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 8,195 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 8,028 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 1,769 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 7,340 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 7,185 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 6,830 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 6,219 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 5,272 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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FJ05 KOA is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FJ05 KOA, 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 FJ05 KOA registered?

FJ05 KOA is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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The MOT history for FJ05 KOA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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