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K4 FTW

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Grey Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,684 mi
Last recorded2,684 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK4 FTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 2,684 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 2,564 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 2,363 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 1,888 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 13 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 17,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 16,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 16,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 16,639 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 15,500 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 14,404 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 14,334 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2015 13,347 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 May 2015 13,347 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 133,447 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 13,329 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 13,329 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 13,328 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 13,324 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,322 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 10,463 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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K4 FTW is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Grey with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 19,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K4 FTW, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K4 FTW registered?

K4 FTW is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 13 April 1996.

Is K4 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K4 FTW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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