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DL54 BYR

2004 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,616 mi
Last recorded24,616 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN80012,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL54 BYR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 24,616 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 24,597 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 23,567 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Less than 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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DL54 BYR is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,650 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 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 DL54 BYR, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DL54 BYR registered?

DL54 BYR is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 October 2004.

Is DL54 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL54 BYR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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