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SR05 KCU

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,393 mi
Last recorded19,393 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR05 KCU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 19,393 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 19,075 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 16,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 16,098 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 12,755 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 12,586 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 12,486 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 12,311 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 12,000 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 11,503 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 10,334 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 9,980 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 9,378 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 9,222 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 8,705 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 8,224 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 7,048 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 4,479 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 3,760 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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SR05 KCU is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SR05 KCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SR05 KCU registered?

SR05 KCU is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is SR05 KCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR05 KCU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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