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N438 DMG

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,692 mi
Last recorded11,692 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN438 DMG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 11,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 11,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 9,543 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 9,026 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 8,706 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 8,705 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 8,617 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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N438 DMG is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N438 DMG, 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 N438 DMG registered?

N438 DMG is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N438 DMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N438 DMG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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