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GN05 YZW

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,275 mi
Last recorded30,275 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 YZW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 30,275 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 29,676 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 29,499 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 27,862 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 26,902 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 25,916 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 25,015 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 22,611 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 22,605 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 10 May 2016 17,599 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 13,805 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 11,019 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 9,907 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 9,111 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 7,510 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 4,296 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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GN05 YZW is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GN05 YZW, 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 GN05 YZW registered?

GN05 YZW is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 18 August 2005.

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The MOT history for GN05 YZW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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