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OW51 XAE

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,314 mi
Last recorded10,314 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW51 XAE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 10,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 10,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 10,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 10,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 9,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 8,825 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 7,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 7,325 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 6,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 5,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 3,711 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 2,496 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 2,496 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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OW51 XAE is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 13,986 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 OW51 XAE, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OW51 XAE registered?

OW51 XAE is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is OW51 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW51 XAE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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