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FJ05 KRE

2005 Kawasaki VN2000

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,149 mi
Last recorded6,149 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN200014,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 KRE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN2000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 6,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 6,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 6,015 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2016 5,976 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 5,971 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2014 5,280 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 4,822 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 3,743 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 2,686 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 1,965 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN2000?

Based on 2,289 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
1,004
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Headlamp aim too high 4
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FJ05 KRE is a 2005 Kawasaki VN2000 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 14,125 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 VN2000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ05 KRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ05 KRE registered?

FJ05 KRE is a 2005 Kawasaki VN2000, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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