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A8 VUL

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,275 mi
Last recorded14,275 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VUL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 14,275 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 13,974 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 13,712 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

right hand side panel loose

Pass 2 Jun 2021 13,407 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 12,283 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 12,275 miles

rear tyre has slighjt cracking to both sidewalls

Pass 31 Mar 2014 11,364 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 11,194 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 10,133 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 10,133 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 22 Feb 2011 8,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 8,576 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 7,424 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Mar 2009 5,829 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 3,785 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 3,479 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 3,420 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?

Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 299
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 187
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 160
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 112
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 101
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A8 VUL is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 19,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 299 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 VUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN800 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A8 VUL registered?

A8 VUL is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A8 VUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VUL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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