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M44 PKY

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,133 mi
Last recorded53,133 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM44 PKY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 53,133 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 52,769 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 48,741 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 47,282 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 45,791 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 44,989 miles

Central Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 43,398 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 422,390 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 41,555 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,000 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 37,949 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

indicators flash slightly fast

Pass 16 Sep 2013 35,257 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 33,423 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 32,308 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 32,299 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 28,578 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 24,356 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 20,362 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 19,838 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 18,313 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2005 18,274 miles

Offside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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M44 PKY is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 18,132 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M44 PKY, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M44 PKY registered?

M44 PKY is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is M44 PKY safe to buy?

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