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GN54 FTY

2004 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,962 mi
Last recorded35,962 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN80012,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 FTY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 35,962 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2025 35,952 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 35,684 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 35,261 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 34,607 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 20 Jul 2022 34,597 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 34,137 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near rear rear swinging arm underneath.(clean and wax oil) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 32,722 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 30,390 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 27,588 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 26,153 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 23,269 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 22,681 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 21,008 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 18,327 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 16,271 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 15,180 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 14,035 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 14,034 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2008 13,736 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 13,329 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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GN54 FTY is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GN54 FTY, 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 GN54 FTY registered?

GN54 FTY is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 26 October 2004.

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