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LR02 FWC

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,655 mi
Last recorded14,655 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 FWC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 14,655 miles

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

Rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 25 Apr 2024 14,646 miles

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

Rear tyre perishing on side wall

Pass 2 May 2023 14,639 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 14,639 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 14,498 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 14,385 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 14,345 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 14,221 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 12,698 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 12,680 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 12,637 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 12,485 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 12,485 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2009 11,101 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 11,101 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)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 10,247 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 10,247 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)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Pass 1 May 2007 8,362 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 8,362 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)

Pass 24 Aug 2005 6,981 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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LR02 FWC is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LR02 FWC, 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 LR02 FWC registered?

LR02 FWC is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 15 August 2002.

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The MOT history for LR02 FWC shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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