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N353 SDD

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

33,032 mi
Last recorded33,032 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN353 SDD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 33,032 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre is starting to perish

Pass 20 Jun 2024 32,740 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 32,577 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 32,436 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 32,269 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 32,269 miles

Offside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 32,101 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 31,952 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 30,971 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 30,595 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 30,330 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front tyre worn slightly uneven across tread pattern

Pass 6 Jun 2015 29,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front tyre worn slightly uneven across tread pattern

Pass 26 Apr 2014 29,327 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 28,887 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre worn uneven across tread

rear number plate starting to deterioate

Pass 14 Apr 2012 28,521 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre worn slightly uneven across

rear number plates starting to deterioate

Pass 9 May 2011 25,976 miles

exhausts slightly noisey

front disc slightly scored

Pass 5 May 2010 22,882 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2009 22,129 miles

ADVISE...FRONT PADS CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 6 May 2008 16,940 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 16,141 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 15,142 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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N353 SDD is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N353 SDD, 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 N353 SDD registered?

N353 SDD is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N353 SDD safe to buy?

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