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N538 BME

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,075 mi
Last recorded23,075 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN538 BME
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 23,075 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 22,276 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 21,304 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 19,468 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 18,362 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 18,355 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 18,334 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 18,292 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 18,292 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 18,254 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 18,108 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 18,070 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 17,988 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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N538 BME is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N538 BME, 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 N538 BME registered?

N538 BME is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is N538 BME safe to buy?

The MOT history for N538 BME shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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