MOT Status
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38,590 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))
Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
front and rear tyres have slight crazing around the sidewalls
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
front and rear tyres have slight crazing around the sidewalls
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?
Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P166 OLE is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in White with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.
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 P166 OLE, 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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P166 OLE is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 14 April 1997.
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