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WX55 BYY

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

797 mi
Last recorded797 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 BYY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2024 797 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 779 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 760 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 728 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 719 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 710 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 597 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 574 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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WX55 BYY is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WX55 BYY, 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.

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What year was WX55 BYY registered?

WX55 BYY is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is WX55 BYY safe to buy?

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