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G5 KLV

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,436 mi
Last recorded31,436 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 KLV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 31,436 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 31,337 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 31,136 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 31,135 miles

Front Stop lamp not working hand lever not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement foot brake lever (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released brake lever sticking on (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2023 31,111 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 30,658 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 30,604 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 30,369 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 29,100 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 26,695 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 24,203 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 21,245 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 18,897 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,658 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 16,472 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 15,570 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 11,050 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 526 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLV1000?

Based on 1,629 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,436
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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G5 KLV is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 23,055 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G5 KLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G5 KLV registered?

G5 KLV is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is G5 KLV safe to buy?

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