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WX05 FPV

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,305 mi
Last recorded31,305 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 FPV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 31,305 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 29,856 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 25,847 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 23,697 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 20,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear suspension has reduced damping/rebound

Pass 14 May 2019 19,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 May 2019 19,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2018 18,939 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 18,007 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 15,989 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 13,514 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 12,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 11,953 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 10,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 10,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 8,655 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 7,404 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 6,812 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 5,694 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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WX05 FPV is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WX05 FPV, 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 WX05 FPV registered?

WX05 FPV is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is WX05 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 FPV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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