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N470 VAN

1995 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,314 mi
Last recorded45,314 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki VN80020,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN470 VAN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 45,314 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 41,056 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 39,887 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2021 35,995 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 35,995 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 May 2019 35,145 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 34,798 miles

Exhaust noise

Fail 25 May 2018 34,798 miles

Exhaust noise

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2017 34,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2017 34,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect Small. (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2016 34,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 32,947 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 31,091 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 31,091 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 28,749 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 21 Feb 2012 26,492 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 23,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 22,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 21,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2007 21,024 miles

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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N470 VAN is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 20,683 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 N470 VAN, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N470 VAN registered?

N470 VAN is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 13 November 1995.

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