Kawasaki Vn Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kawasaki Vn reliable? We analysed 6,380 real MOT tests across 845 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Vn is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Vn.
Kawasaki Vn Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Vn. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Vn MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Vn to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Vn Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki Vn fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki Vn Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Vn models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki Vn Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Vn owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Vn MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Vn year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 109 | 80.7% | 3,339 | 7,992 | 16,790 |
| 2017 | 660 | 89.4% | 4,188 | 6,961 | 11,096 |
| 2016 | 1,067 | 88.0% | 4,350 | 8,168 | 13,566 |
| 2015 | 691 | 88.7% | 4,607 | 8,084 | 14,072 |
| 2014 | 1,365 | 89.9% | 5,044 | 8,566 | 13,972 |
| 2013 | 196 | 90.3% | 4,524 | 7,824 | 12,282 |
| 2012 | 55 | 89.1% | 12,005 | 18,658 | 22,062 |
| 2011 | 118 | 83.1% | 9,136 | 16,541 | 21,934 |
| 2010 | 119 | 91.6% | 9,026 | 15,936 | 21,245 |
| 2009 | 227 | 87.7% | 5,576 | 11,427 | 19,206 |
| 2008 | 178 | 88.8% | 6,595 | 11,374 | 23,449 |
| 2007 | 124 | 84.7% | 8,277 | 11,170 | 18,574 |
| 2006 | 168 | 90.5% | 6,992 | 13,235 | 25,889 |
| 2005 | 82 | 86.6% | 7,637 | 12,324 | 18,016 |
| 2003 | 135 | 92.6% | 8,636 | 14,697 | 23,900 |
| 2002 | 130 | 84.6% | 7,409 | 11,801 | 23,385 |
| 2001 | 92 | 82.6% | 8,088 | 16,212 | 26,445 |
| 2000 | 97 | 89.7% | 22,562 | 33,679 | 39,970 |
| 1999 | 61 | 83.6% | 11,759 | 31,015 | 45,635 |
| 1998 | 70 | 87.1% | 12,337 | 25,096 | 49,793 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Vn Last?
Based on 845 Kawasaki Vn vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Vn Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Vn MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Vn
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.6% MOT pass rate from 135 tests
80.7% MOT pass rate from 109 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Vn is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.6% across 135 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Vn Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Vn THIS CAR | 88.4% | 6,380 | 10,112 mi | 31 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-6R | 81.7% | 204,826 | 19,965 mi | 31 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-9R | 83.7% | 103,150 | 22,736 mi | 32 yrs |
| Kawasaki ER5 | 81.2% | 65,763 | 22,023 mi | 30 yrs |
| BMW K 1600 | 95.7% | 10,516 | 14,296 mi | 15 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Vn outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Kawasaki Vn has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.4% across 6,380 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 20 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki Vn with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Kawasaki Vn owner drives around 744 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki Vn models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.