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FJ05 LKK

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,055 mi
Last recorded23,055 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 LKK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2021 23,055 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 23,034 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 23,014 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 22,393 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 21,923 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 21,310 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 20,259 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 19,414 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 19,408 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 18,473 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 16,953 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 14,630 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 11,258 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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FJ05 LKK is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 15,876 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 FJ05 LKK, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ05 LKK registered?

FJ05 LKK is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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The MOT history for FJ05 LKK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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