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LX05 KAE

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,904 mi
Last recorded14,904 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 KAE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 14,904 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2024 14,764 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 14,633 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 14,521 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 14,084 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 13,781 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 13,240 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 12,888 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))

Fail 12 Apr 2015 12,429 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2015 12,429 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 11,556 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 10,392 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 9,904 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 9,019 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 9,009 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 8,428 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 KAE is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KAE, 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 KAE registered?

LX05 KAE is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 12 July 2005.

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The MOT history for LX05 KAE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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