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GN05 DFO

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,698 mi
Last recorded15,698 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 DFO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2016 15,698 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 15,081 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 14,583 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 13,947 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 13,189 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,532 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2010 10,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 9,576 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 8,595 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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GN05 DFO is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GN05 DFO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN05 DFO registered?

GN05 DFO is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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