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N389 FPO

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,075 mi
Last recorded26,075 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN389 FPO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 26,075 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 26,052 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 26,048 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 25,984 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 25,959 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 25,681 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 24,090 miles

redar brake reaserve adjust ment low

Pass 9 Dec 2011 22,962 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 20,814 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front brake travel long

headlight aim poor

Pass 18 Jul 2009 17,602 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 17,602 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 17,225 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 16,971 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 16,805 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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N389 FPO is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 N389 FPO, 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 N389 FPO registered?

N389 FPO is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N389 FPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N389 FPO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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