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P105 LYD

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,667 mi
Last recorded35,667 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP105 LYD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2018 35,667 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,627 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 35,549 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 35,195 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 34,018 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 33,388 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 32,987 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 31,810 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 30,252 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,761 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 26,948 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 24,930 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 22,500 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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P105 LYD is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 18,132 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 P105 LYD, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P105 LYD registered?

P105 LYD is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P105 LYD safe to buy?

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