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GK05 BPV

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,033 mi
Last recorded31,033 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 BPV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2016 31,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 27,527 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 26,125 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 24,130 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 23,342 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 20,618 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 17,898 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,908 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 8,947 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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GK05 BPV is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK05 BPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK05 BPV registered?

GK05 BPV is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 3 May 2005.

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