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KX51 TUP

2001 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,644 mi
Last recorded27,644 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN80015,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 TUP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 27,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

NO MUDGUARDS FITTED

Fail 11 Jun 2025 27,644 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

NO MUDGUARDS FITTED

Pass 7 Jun 2024 27,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 27,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 26,928 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 26,928 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 26,735 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 26,488 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 26,122 miles

exhaust noise

Fail 1 Mar 2017 26,122 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

exhaust noise

Pass 19 Jan 2016 25,750 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 24,804 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 22,858 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 20,865 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 15,750 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 7,677 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 7,663 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,604 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 7,512 miles

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2006 5,934 miles
Pass 14 May 2005 5,695 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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KX51 TUP is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 15,950 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 KX51 TUP, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX51 TUP registered?

KX51 TUP is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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