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N541 XJW

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,010 mi
Last recorded47,010 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN541 XJW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 47,010 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 38,494 miles

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

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 36,080 miles

Indicators flash rate fast

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 36,080 miles

Indicators flash rate fast

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 34,628 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 33,854 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 32,776 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 31,878 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 31,512 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,434 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 24,639 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 24,557 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 22,999 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 22,999 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 21,692 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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N541 XJW is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N541 XJW, 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.

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What year was N541 XJW registered?

N541 XJW is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 13 January 1996.

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