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MX51 ZBT

2001 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,672 mi
Last recorded27,672 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN80015,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 ZBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 27,672 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 21,936 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 20,784 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 18,287 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 18,280 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 18,276 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 18,098 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 17,481 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 16,734 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 15,814 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 14,426 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 14,426 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 14,394 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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MX51 ZBT is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ZBT, 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 ZBT registered?

MX51 ZBT is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is MX51 ZBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 ZBT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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