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HF03 KCG

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,317 mi
Last recorded25,317 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 KCG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 25,317 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 25,316 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 25,281 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 24,997 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 24,988 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 24,988 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 28 May 2019 24,786 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 24,786 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 24,604 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 24,532 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 24,077 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 23,099 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 21,707 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 19,357 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 16,670 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 24,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 24,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 14,852 miles

non standard mufflers fitted which have no e marks etc,making alittle more noise than normal but not excessive at this time.

Fail 16 Oct 2009 14,849 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

non standard mufflers fitted which have no e marks etc,making alittle more noise than normal but not excessive at this time.

Fail 4 Jun 2008 11,782 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 11,782 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 11,739 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 11,575 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 26 May 2006 11,575 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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HF03 KCG is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 HF03 KCG, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF03 KCG registered?

HF03 KCG is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 15 May 2003.

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