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N693 XTF

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

33,669 mi
Last recorded33,669 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN693 XTF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 33,669 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 33,062 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 33,062 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 32,445 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 31,439 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 30,767 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 28,930 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 27,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 26,082 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 25,315 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 24,707 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 24,707 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2016 23,752 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 22,908 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 20,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 5 Apr 2013 19,736 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 19,736 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 18,790 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 18,790 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,254 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 15,551 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 14,519 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 13,444 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 12,397 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 11,561 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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N693 XTF is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 N693 XTF, 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 N693 XTF registered?

N693 XTF is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 19 March 1996.

Is N693 XTF safe to buy?

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