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GK51 OYU

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,709 mi
Last recorded45,709 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 OYU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 45,709 miles

Exhaust joint slightly corroded between silencers.

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 44,507 miles

Front tyre slightly perishing

Rear slightly sticking brake...cable & lever need a lube

exhaust sheild slightly insecure

Pass 8 Jul 2019 43,274 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 41,029 miles

drive chain worn and dry

Pass 2 May 2017 40,789 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 39,749 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 38,656 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 38,656 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 37,938 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 37,938 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 37,574 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 37,574 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 35,882 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 34,216 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 32,326 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 23,045 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 12,770 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 6,628 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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GK51 OYU is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 13,986 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 GK51 OYU, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK51 OYU registered?

GK51 OYU is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 16 February 2002.

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