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MH54 NBJ

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,484 mi
Last recorded16,484 miles
Recorded on11 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH54 NBJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2020 16,484 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 16,447 miles

there is a small amount of perishing in the front tyre tread area

Pass 25 Aug 2017 16,085 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 15,952 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 15,818 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,816 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,686 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 15,686 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2013

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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MH54 NBJ is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MH54 NBJ, 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 MH54 NBJ registered?

MH54 NBJ is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is MH54 NBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH54 NBJ shows 9 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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