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LX05 FKU

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

62,578 mi
Last recorded62,578 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 FKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 62,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front mudguard corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2025 61,317 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 56,703 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 49,382 miles

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 49,382 miles

Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 43,847 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 36,181 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 27,616 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 21,220 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 16,533 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 16,516 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 15,571 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 15,571 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 15,451 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 15,451 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2014 15,436 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 15,013 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 14,565 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 14,062 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 13,929 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 13,929 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,336 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 10,370 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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LX05 FKU is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LX05 FKU, 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 LX05 FKU registered?

LX05 FKU is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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