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N520 COF

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

31,168 mi
Last recorded31,168 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN520 COF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 31,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 31,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 30,861 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 30,432 miles

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 30,212 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Apr 2022 30,212 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 29,188 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 26,955 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 26,955 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 25,142 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 23,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 22,308 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 21,654 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 21,116 miles

numberplate lamp inop

rear tyre on the legal limit

Pass 2 Sep 2013 17,739 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 17,269 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 16,425 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 14,135 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 14,135 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 11,144 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 8,363 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 6,976 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 2,279 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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N520 COF is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N520 COF, 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 N520 COF registered?

N520 COF is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N520 COF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N520 COF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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