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GN05 PGY

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,593 mi
Last recorded30,593 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 PGY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 30,593 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2025 29,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 29,075 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 27,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 27,604 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 27,256 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 26,755 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 26,453 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 19 May 2017 25,740 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 24,930 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 23,943 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 22,884 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 22,884 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2013 21,389 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 20,037 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 18,617 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 16,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2009 14,170 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 11,026 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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GN05 PGY is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PGY, 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 GN05 PGY registered?

GN05 PGY is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 4 June 2005.

Is GN05 PGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 PGY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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