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P282 KNC

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,108 mi
Last recorded16,108 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP282 KNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 16,108 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 16,096 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 16,043 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 16,043 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 16,031 miles

drive chain slightly tight

Pass 16 Jun 2017 16,021 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 15,731 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 15,724 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 15,606 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,078 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 14,379 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 12,262 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 12,262 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2008 10,212 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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P282 KNC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P282 KNC, 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 P282 KNC registered?

P282 KNC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 21 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P282 KNC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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