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GN05 WNO

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,579 mi
Last recorded12,579 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 WNO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 12,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 9,065 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 8,313 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 7,862 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 6,392 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 4,390 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 2,548 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 2,473 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 2,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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GN05 WNO is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN05 WNO, 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 GN05 WNO registered?

GN05 WNO is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is GN05 WNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 WNO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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