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N508 LAP

1995 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

28,976 mi
Last recorded28,976 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki VN80020,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN508 LAP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 28,976 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 28,296 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 26,468 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 25,716 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 24,332 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 23,416 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 22,820 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 21,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 20,683 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 19,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 19,102 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 18,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 18,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 17,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2009 16,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 16,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 16,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 16,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 May 2007 14,752 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 12,770 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 12,770 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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N508 LAP is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N508 LAP, 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 N508 LAP registered?

N508 LAP is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 16 August 1995.

Is N508 LAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N508 LAP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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