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N331 PUV

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,365 mi
Last recorded30,365 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN331 PUV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 30,365 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 30,365 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2014 29,340 miles

nearside rear indicator lens loose

Fail 27 Oct 2014 29,330 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

nearside rear indicator lens loose

Pass 6 Sep 2013 25,636 miles

chain and sprockets worn badly

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 15 Sep 2012 23,160 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 21,223 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 18,601 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 17,934 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 17,941 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 17,941 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 17,936 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 17,932 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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N331 PUV is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 N331 PUV, 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.

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What year was N331 PUV registered?

N331 PUV is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 16 May 1996.

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