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GX55 HVP

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,461 mi
Last recorded55,461 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 HVP
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 55,461 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2025 54,227 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 51,509 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 48,016 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 47,508 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 46,170 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 45,770 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 45,718 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 45,142 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 43,679 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 41,928 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Mar 2016 41,928 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Mar 2015 36,938 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 27,909 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 20,479 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 10,173 miles

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 23 Oct 2010 6,881 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 6,197 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 5,533 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 5,533 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLV1000?

Based on 1,629 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,436
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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GX55 HVP is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 23,055 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 HVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX55 HVP registered?

GX55 HVP is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is GX55 HVP safe to buy?

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