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LK05 HCY

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,704 mi
Last recorded22,704 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 HCY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 22,704 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2023 22,704 miles

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

Upper Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 17,216 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 16,036 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 13,814 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 10,451 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 7,096 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 2,975 miles

light cracking to rear tyre

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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LK05 HCY is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LK05 HCY, 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 LK05 HCY registered?

LK05 HCY is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is LK05 HCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 HCY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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