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MX51 VBT

2001 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,987 mi
Last recorded36,987 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN80015,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 VBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 36,987 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2026 36,987 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 35,634 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 34,864 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 34,054 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 33,360 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 32,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2013 22,435 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 22,351 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 May 2012 22,351 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 22,200 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 21,363 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 20,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 17,425 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 12,989 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 8,624 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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MX51 VBT is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 MX51 VBT, 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.

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What year was MX51 VBT registered?

MX51 VBT is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is MX51 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 VBT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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