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WK05 BRF

2005 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

14,806 mi
Last recorded14,806 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 BRF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 P1H
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 14,806 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 13,406 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 13,406 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 13,398 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 13,394 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 13,390 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 13,379 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 13,318 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 12,956 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 12,846 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 11,540 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 11,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 10,534 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 9,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 6,632 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 6,423 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 5,897 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 5,897 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 5,152 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 5,152 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 3,937 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 2,452 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 P1H?

Based on 3,603 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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WK05 BRF is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 P1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK05 BRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 P1H typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 P1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK05 BRF registered?

WK05 BRF is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WK05 BRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK05 BRF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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