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FJ05 KRD

2005 Kawasaki VN1500

Silver Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,767 mi
Last recorded21,767 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN150016,804 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 KRD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 21,767 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 20,948 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 20,183 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 19,181 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 17,704 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 15,578 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 14,624 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 13,179 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 11,418 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 11,186 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 7,102 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 6,827 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 5,447 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?

Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 128
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 52
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FJ05 KRD is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1500 in Silver with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 16,804 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ05 KRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ05 KRD registered?

FJ05 KRD is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is FJ05 KRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 KRD shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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