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FX06 KPK

2006 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

8,808 mi
Last recorded8,808 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki VN160016,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX06 KPK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 8,808 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 8,538 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 8,387 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 8,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 8,273 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 7,723 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 7,349 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 23 Apr 2016 6,340 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 6,207 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 6,044 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 5,642 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 4,800 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 4,150 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 20 Jun 2009 2,670 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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FX06 KPK is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,504 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 FX06 KPK, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX06 KPK registered?

FX06 KPK is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is FX06 KPK safe to buy?

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