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KJ03 ABU

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,294 mi
Last recorded33,294 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ03 ABU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 33,294 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Jun 2026 33,260 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 32,711 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest bush missing causing the footrest to have slight side to side movement

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2020 32,701 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest bush missing causing the footrest to have slight side to side movement

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 31,155 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 30,166 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 28,078 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 25,092 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 20,471 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 17,449 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 15,079 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 14,925 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 12,911 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 10,735 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 10,735 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 3,748 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2006 1,961 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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KJ03 ABU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 KJ03 ABU, 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 23 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 KJ03 ABU registered?

KJ03 ABU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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