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SF05 TFU

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,851 mi
Last recorded38,851 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 TFU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 38,851 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 37,704 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2023 34,004 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 33,965 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Pass 30 Apr 2022 31,802 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 31,778 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 30,615 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 30,606 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 29,640 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 28,102 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 26,874 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 26,562 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 25,704 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 23,843 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 22,826 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 22,020 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 20,397 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 17,919 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 14,392 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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SF05 TFU is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SF05 TFU, 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.

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What year was SF05 TFU registered?

SF05 TFU is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is SF05 TFU safe to buy?

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