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N514 VDV

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,968 mi
Last recorded4,968 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN514 VDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 4,968 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 4,968 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2017 4,836 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 4,648 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 4,648 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2015 4,481 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 4,194 miles

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

number plate cracked

Fail 5 Jun 2013 4,194 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

number plate cracked

Pass 25 May 2011 4,116 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 3,975 miles

number plate cracked

Pass 18 Feb 2009 3,118 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 2,198 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 798 miles

One silencer bolt missing

Fail 27 Jul 2006 798 miles

One silencer bolt missing

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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N514 VDV is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 N514 VDV, 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 N514 VDV registered?

N514 VDV is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 16 March 1996.

Is N514 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N514 VDV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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