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S1 KLV

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

62,892 mi
Last recorded62,892 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 KLV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 62,892 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 61,567 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 58,624 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 57,576 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 56,458 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 54,760 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 54,702 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 51,738 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 50,131 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 49,291 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 49,003 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 47,838 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 42,801 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Jan 2012 37,698 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 37,698 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 26,351 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 20,667 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 14,764 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 8,401 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLV1000?

Based on 1,629 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,436
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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S1 KLV is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 23,055 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S1 KLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S1 KLV is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 1 February 2005.

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