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SM55 WDR

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,922 mi
Last recorded30,922 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 WDR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 May 2026 30,922 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2025 29,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 27,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 25,995 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 22,855 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2021 19,999 miles

non std exhausts

Pass 20 Jul 2020 19,963 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 19,956 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 19,351 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 17,786 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 17,019 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 16,192 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 15,562 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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SM55 WDR is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM55 WDR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM55 WDR registered?

SM55 WDR is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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