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HW56 AFO

2007 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,030 mi
Last recorded85,030 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Kawasaki VN80014,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW56 AFO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 85,030 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 8,509 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 8,503 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 8,503 miles

Front brake master cylinder notchy in operation

Handbrake has very little reserve travel

Pass 13 Jun 2020 459 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 20 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 10,050 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 10,050 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 10,006 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 10,003 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 9,093 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 8,503 miles

Centre Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 9,040 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 8,503 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 8,492 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Jan 2013 8,492 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 4,578 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 2,969 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 2,603 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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HW56 AFO is a 2007 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 14,972 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 HW56 AFO, 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 19 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 HW56 AFO registered?

HW56 AFO is a 2007 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 23 January 2007.

Is HW56 AFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW56 AFO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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