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TAJ 586R

2006 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,405 mi
Last recorded23,405 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki VN160016,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAJ 586R
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 23,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2025 23,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 23,396 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 23,365 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 23,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 21,289 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 20,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2016 20,809 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 18,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 18,544 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 14,759 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 12,242 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 9,060 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 6,451 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 2,938 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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TAJ 586R is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,504 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TAJ 586R, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TAJ 586R registered?

TAJ 586R is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 18 July 2006.

Is TAJ 586R safe to buy?

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