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SM05 DNE

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,296 mi
Last recorded21,296 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 DNE
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2025 21,296 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 May 2024 20,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 19,342 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 14,958 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2021 14,232 miles
Pass 25 May 2020 13,018 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 12,270 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 12,270 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 12,037 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 11,813 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 10,177 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 8,268 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 7,159 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 5,231 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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SM05 DNE is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM05 DNE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM05 DNE registered?

SM05 DNE is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is SM05 DNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 DNE shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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