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KC02 FRN

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

34,334 mi
Last recorded34,334 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 FRN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 34,334 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 34,334 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 May 2024 33,921 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 33,921 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 33,215 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 31,632 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 30,954 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 30,934 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 28,658 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 27,606 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 27,308 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 27,308 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 23,712 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 23,693 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 20,461 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 20,461 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 18,536 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 15,654 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 12,743 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 10,977 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 9,958 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 30,113 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 21,844 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 20,660 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 17,806 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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KC02 FRN is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 13,986 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 KC02 FRN, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KC02 FRN registered?

KC02 FRN is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 21 May 2002.

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