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GN05 WNC

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,616 mi
Last recorded22,616 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 WNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 22,616 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2016 20,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2016 20,820 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 10,675 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 10,648 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 10,615 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2010 10,374 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 WNC is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WNC, 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 WNC registered?

GN05 WNC is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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