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N494 BVT

1995 Kawasaki VN800

Multi-colour Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,583 mi
Last recorded1,583 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki VN80020,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN494 BVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 1,583 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 1,109 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 756 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2023

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 376 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

TESTED WITH NO LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FITTED (DAYTIME MOT)

Fail 6 Jul 2022 348 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

TESTED WITH NO LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FITTED (DAYTIME MOT)

Pass 7 Jun 2021

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 1 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 24,436 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 22,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 20,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 20,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 20,446 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 18,356 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 12,827 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 8,019 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 7,820 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 6,546 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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N494 BVT is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800 in Multi-colour with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N494 BVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N494 BVT registered?

N494 BVT is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 August 1995.

Is N494 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N494 BVT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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