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OY02 XWN

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,307 mi
Last recorded74,307 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 XWN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 74,307 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 69,991 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 66,370 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 66,362 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 64,685 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 63,865 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 63,518 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 63,189 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 63,189 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 62,063 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 62,033 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. Rear wheel slightly out of alignment (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 59,817 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 55,465 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 52,393 miles
Pass 26 May 2013 51,791 miles
Pass 20 May 2012 48,032 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 43,983 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 35,879 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 29,480 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 22,692 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 17,754 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 10,515 miles

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

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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OY02 XWN is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OY02 XWN, 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 OY02 XWN registered?

OY02 XWN is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 12 July 2002.

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