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BT51 BHU

2001 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,434 mi
Last recorded71,434 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN80015,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 BHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2024 71,434 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 70,760 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 70,089 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 69,514 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 68,146 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 61,922 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 56,215 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 49,416 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 42,767 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 41,536 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 36,691 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 31,731 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 24,001 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 19,748 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 18,651 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 17,096 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 15,337 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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BT51 BHU is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 15,950 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 BT51 BHU, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT51 BHU registered?

BT51 BHU is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 17 October 2001.

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The MOT history for BT51 BHU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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