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N581 HTR

2000 Kawasaki VN800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,438 mi
Last recorded27,438 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN80017,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN581 HTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 27,438 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 25,404 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 23,488 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,658 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 15,675 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 15,675 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 14,025 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 13,123 miles

chain and sprockets near end of life

Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,214 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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N581 HTR is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 17,374 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 N581 HTR, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N581 HTR is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 26 May 2000.

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