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GX54 TSO

2005 Kawasaki Vulcan

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,637 mi
Last recorded20,637 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan20,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 TSO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 20,637 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 20,289 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 20,223 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2020 20,223 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2018 20,081 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 19,437 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 17,175 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 16,893 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 14,805 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 14,805 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2014 14,023 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vulcan?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
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GX54 TSO is a 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 20,223 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 Vulcan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX54 TSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vulcan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX54 TSO registered?

GX54 TSO is a 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is GX54 TSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX54 TSO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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