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RX55 NWR

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,566 mi
Last recorded36,566 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 NWR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 36,566 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 33,892 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 33,879 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2023 32,093 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 32,024 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 31,821 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 31,329 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 31,187 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 30,835 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 30,474 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 30,135 miles

Front tyre showing signs of cracking

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2015 29,539 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 28,624 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 27,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2012 24,901 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 21,997 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 18,890 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 15,242 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?

Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 299
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 187
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 160
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 112
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 101
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RX55 NWR is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 10,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 299 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX55 NWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN800 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RX55 NWR registered?

RX55 NWR is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is RX55 NWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 NWR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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