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OX53 RKZ

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,981 mi
Last recorded25,981 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX53 RKZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 25,981 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 25,981 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 25,826 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 22 Jun 2023 21,419 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 17,865 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 17,641 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 17,299 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Carrier rubbers worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 16,981 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 16,981 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 16,147 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 15,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 14,176 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 RKZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 RKZ, 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 23 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 OX53 RKZ registered?

OX53 RKZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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The MOT history for OX53 RKZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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