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N449 BOF

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,390 mi
Last recorded7,390 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2007
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN449 BOF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2007 7,390 miles

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

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

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

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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N449 BOF is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N449 BOF, 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 N449 BOF registered?

N449 BOF is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is N449 BOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N449 BOF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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