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M156 MOD

1995 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

43,903 mi
Last recorded43,903 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki VN80020,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM156 MOD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 43,903 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Tyres perished both

Pass 28 Jul 2012 40,711 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 40,711 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 3,852 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 36,390 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2010 36,377 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 36,006 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 35,717 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 35,184 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 34,658 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 34,654 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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M156 MOD is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 20,683 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 M156 MOD, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M156 MOD registered?

M156 MOD is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 20 April 1995.

Is M156 MOD safe to buy?

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