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OX53 RHO

2004 Kawasaki VN800

Grey Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

33,872 mi
Last recorded33,872 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN80012,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX53 RHO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 33,872 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 33,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 33,383 miles

All indicators on as drl's

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake has wooden feel

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 33,383 miles

All indicators on as drl's

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake has wooden feel

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 30,914 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour running lamps say on when indicators come on (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour running lamps stay on when indicators switched on (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 30,887 miles

Front Steering linkage locking device missing no split pin in front axle (2.1.3 (d))

Front Steering linkage locking device missing pinch bolt in front fork for securing axle (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour running lamps say on when indicators come on (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour running lamps stay on when indicators switched on (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 30,871 miles

Offside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 19 Jul 2017 30,477 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 30,167 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 30,152 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 29,513 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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OX53 RHO is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800 in Grey with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,650 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 OX53 RHO, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OX53 RHO registered?

OX53 RHO is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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