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P283 KNC

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,801 mi
Last recorded25,801 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 KNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 25,801 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Mar 2024 25,801 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Black and silver (0.1 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 25,472 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 25,472 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 25,472 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Jun 2015 25,467 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 24,732 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 24,732 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 21,886 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 20,054 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 17,994 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 16,421 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 16,231 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 15,451 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 14,997 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 12,848 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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P283 KNC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P283 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 P283 KNC registered?

P283 KNC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P283 KNC safe to buy?

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