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N186 SPF

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,434 mi
Last recorded17,434 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN186 SPF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 17,434 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 17,230 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 16,451 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 16,128 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 15,782 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 14,450 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 13,110 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 11,935 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 10,900 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 9,472 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 19,472 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 7,318 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 7,224 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 6,724 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 6,724 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 6,233 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2011 5,024 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 4,920 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 4,917 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 4,810 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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N186 SPF is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 19,366 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 N186 SPF, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N186 SPF registered?

N186 SPF is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N186 SPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N186 SPF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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