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WX05 VPT

2005 Kawasaki KLV1000

Orange Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,965 mi
Last recorded27,965 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLV100023,055 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 VPT
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 27,965 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 27,633 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 27,282 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 26,118 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 24,649 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 24,591 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 23,792 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,171 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 18,143 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2009 18,143 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 14,104 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 14,104 miles

Front Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Fail 14 Mar 2008 13,957 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLV1000?

Based on 1,629 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,436
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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WX05 VPT is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Orange with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 23,055 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 KLV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX05 VPT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX05 VPT registered?

WX05 VPT is a 2005 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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The MOT history for WX05 VPT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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