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FX05 DRV

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,375 mi
Last recorded14,375 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 DRV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 14,375 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 6,471 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 6,410 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed tyre is perished badly between tread pattern. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 5,935 miles

Front forks have reduced damping effort.

Pass 14 Jun 2019 5,926 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 5,917 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 5,909 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 5,822 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 5,574 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 5,263 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 5,002 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 3,849 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 3,805 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 3,805 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 3,607 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 3,465 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 2,962 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 2,779 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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FX05 DRV is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FX05 DRV, 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 FX05 DRV registered?

FX05 DRV is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is FX05 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 DRV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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