MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,839 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
Brake performance not tested due to rear suspension (1.2.1 (g))
Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front clutch cable has slight fraying
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear mud guard bolt broken slight play
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?
Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P131 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
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 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 P131 OBY, 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.
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What year was P131 OBY registered?
P131 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 9 May 1997.
Is P131 OBY safe to buy?
The MOT history for P131 OBY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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