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KT54 RSZ

2005 Kawasaki Vulcan

Orange Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,459 mi
Last recorded36,459 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan20,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT54 RSZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 36,459 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 35,245 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 33,503 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 32,963 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 32,225 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 31,556 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 30,022 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 30,019 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 29,598 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 29,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit R/H INSIDE (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2016 29,349 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit R/H INSIDE (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2015 28,959 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 28,957 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 28,930 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 26,511 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 24,102 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 20,277 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 20,266 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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KT54 RSZ is a 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan in Orange with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KT54 RSZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KT54 RSZ registered?

KT54 RSZ is a 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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The MOT history for KT54 RSZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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