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VX05 BKF

2005 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,760 mi
Last recorded22,760 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN150016,804 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 BKF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 22,760 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 21,976 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 20,833 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 19,936 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 19,901 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned BOTH NOT 180MM APART (4.4.3 (a))

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

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute ALL (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 19,848 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2022 19,848 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 19,837 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 19,601 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 19,408 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 16,994 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 10,867 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 10,668 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 10,229 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 8,865 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 8,211 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?

Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 128
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 52
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VX05 BKF is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 16,804 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 VN1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 BKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 BKF registered?

VX05 BKF is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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The MOT history for VX05 BKF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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