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K800 BWS

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,626 mi
Last recorded15,626 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK800 BWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 15,626 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 15,626 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 15,498 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 15,447 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 15,447 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 15,447 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 15,355 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 15,292 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 14,940 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 14,940 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 14,693 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 14,643 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 14,416 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 14,039 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 14,039 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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K800 BWS is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 K800 BWS, 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 K800 BWS registered?

K800 BWS is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is K800 BWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K800 BWS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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