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KC02 HGU

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,149 mi
Last recorded31,149 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 HGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 31,149 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 29,235 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2024 29,235 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 26,289 miles

head light mask fitted at time of test

Pass 9 May 2022 26,054 miles

head light mask fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2021 25,518 miles

Front cracking in front tyre tread

head light mask fitted

Pass 17 May 2019 24,595 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 24,593 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2018 24,132 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 24,132 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 4 May 2017 23,129 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 21,690 miles

head light mask fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2015 19,232 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2013 18,964 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 17,786 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2007 16,126 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear brake cable sticking slightly

Pass 6 Sep 2006 15,147 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 HGU is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KC02 HGU registered?

KC02 HGU is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 10 June 2002.

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