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N391 AKM

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,339 mi
Last recorded2,339 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN391 AKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 2,339 miles

multiple non standard parts fitted

Fail 21 Jun 2021 2,339 miles

Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

multiple non standard parts fitted

Pass 19 May 2020 1,432 miles

Front very slight oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2019 41,502 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 41,464 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 41,464 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 41,427 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 41,321 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 41,137 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 40,315 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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N391 AKM is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N391 AKM, 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 N391 AKM registered?

N391 AKM is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 12 February 1996.

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