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SP05 AXF

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,515 mi
Last recorded20,515 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 AXF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 20,515 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 20,410 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 20,279 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 20,189 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 20,048 miles
Pass 31 May 2021 19,891 miles
Fail 31 May 2021 19,891 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 19,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 19,605 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 19,290 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2017 19,205 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 18,987 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 18,838 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 18,657 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 18,357 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 17,945 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 17,928 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 16,617 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 11,929 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 7,779 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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SP05 AXF is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SP05 AXF, 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 SP05 AXF registered?

SP05 AXF is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is SP05 AXF safe to buy?

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