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N546 HLC

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,603 mi
Last recorded40,603 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN546 HLC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 40,603 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 37,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 37,492 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 36,945 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 36,939 miles

Rear Suspension component likely to become detached rear swing arm very rusty (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 36,662 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 36,345 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 35,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 33,876 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 36,666 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2014 36,666 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 36,090 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2011 34,969 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 May 2010 33,933 miles

nearside handelbar light switch housing cracked

riders seat secure.but loose on machine

Fail 21 May 2010 33,933 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

nearside handelbar light switch housing cracked

riders seat secure.but loose on machine

Pass 15 Nov 2007 32,635 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2007 32,635 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 30,611 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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N546 HLC is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N546 HLC, 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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N546 HLC is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 11 March 1996.

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