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N647 HWS

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,078 mi
Last recorded19,078 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN647 HWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 19,078 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 19,026 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 19,026 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2016 18,961 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 18,432 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 17,288 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 1 Sep 2010 17,288 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,886 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 14,119 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 4,071 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 4,057 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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N647 HWS is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N647 HWS, 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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N647 HWS is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 January 1996.

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