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K800 VNC

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,580 mi
Last recorded40,580 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK800 VNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 40,580 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 40,196 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 39,137 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 39,137 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 37,791 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 34,278 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 34,261 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2018 29,014 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 23,960 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 18,864 miles

slight bind on front brake

Pass 15 May 2015 18,831 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 18,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 18,212 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 15,849 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 15,838 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 11,628 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 11,559 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 11,506 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 11,190 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 10,144 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 7,153 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 6,948 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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K800 VNC is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 K800 VNC, 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 VNC registered?

K800 VNC is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is K800 VNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K800 VNC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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