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GN06 DFV

2006 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Kawasaki VN160016,504 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN06 DFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024
Pass 4 Mar 2023
Pass 24 Feb 2022
Pass 10 Aug 2020
Pass 4 Jul 2018
Fail 4 Jul 2018

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017
Pass 9 Jul 2016
Pass 21 Sep 2010 55,202 miles

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

Front position light inoperative.

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear brake pads starting to wear thin.

Pass 7 May 2009 34,374 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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GN06 DFV is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,504 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GN06 DFV, 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 20 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 GN06 DFV registered?

GN06 DFV is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 24 April 2006.

Is GN06 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN06 DFV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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