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K800 DFT

1999 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,572 mi
Last recorded21,572 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN80017,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK800 DFT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 21,572 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 21,525 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 19,352 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 18,964 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 18,946 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 18,665 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 22 May 2010 18,665 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 18,653 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 18,429 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 17,609 miles

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

Rear 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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K800 DFT is a 1999 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 17,501 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 DFT, 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 27 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 DFT registered?

K800 DFT is a 1999 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 2 November 1999.

Is K800 DFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K800 DFT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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