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WX05 VRJ

2005 Kawasaki W650

Red Petrol 676cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,146 mi
Last recorded12,146 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki W65011,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 VRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelW650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine676cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 12,146 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 12,146 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 11,681 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 11,086 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 10,165 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 10,098 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 10,025 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 9,849 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 9,849 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2015 9,784 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 9,256 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 8,622 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 8,143 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 7,814 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

two front engine mount bolts missing

How Reliable is the Kawasaki W650?

Based on 19,528 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 171
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Drive chain excessively loose 29
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WX05 VRJ is a 2005 Kawasaki W650 in Red with a 676cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki W650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 11,066 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 W650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX05 VRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki W650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki W650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX05 VRJ registered?

WX05 VRJ is a 2005 Kawasaki W650, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is WX05 VRJ safe to buy?

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