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OY02 YMC

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,186 mi
Last recorded5,186 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 YMC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2025 5,186 miles

Front tyre light cracking on side wall

Pass 23 Aug 2024 4,831 miles

Front tyre perishing

Pass 28 Jul 2023 4,728 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 4,667 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 4,583 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 4,506 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 4,428 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 4,324 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 4,281 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 4,196 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 4,119 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 3,963 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 3,952 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 3,905 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 3,800 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 3,300 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 2,794 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 2,380 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 1,969 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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OY02 YMC is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YMC, 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 YMC registered?

OY02 YMC is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 20 May 2002.

Is OY02 YMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY02 YMC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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