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AV09 DTU

2009 Kawasaki Versys

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,534 mi
Last recorded54,534 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki Versys17,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 DTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVersys
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 54,534 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 54,524 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 54,512 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle revs hanging up (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2025 53,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 51,921 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy bearings slightly too tight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2024 51,921 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy bearings slightly too tight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2024 51,906 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 50,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 48,298 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 46,102 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 44,550 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 42,920 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 41,245 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 39,396 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 37,172 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 37,172 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 35,440 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 33,961 miles

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 33,961 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 32,006 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 17,056 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Versys?

Based on 2,109 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
1,124
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
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AV09 DTU is a 2009 Kawasaki Versys in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki Versys models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 17,134 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 Versys fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV09 DTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Versys typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Kawasaki Versys is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AV09 DTU is a 2009 Kawasaki Versys, first registered on 12 March 2009.

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