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P340 PGV

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,059 mi
Last recorded29,059 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP340 PGV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 29,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 28,463 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 28,141 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 27,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 27,460 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 26,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 May 2019 26,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 26,729 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 26,712 miles

Chain guard missing

only used during daytime hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 8 Aug 2016 24,530 miles

Suspect rear brake shoes are getting low.

Pass 16 Jul 2016 24,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Insurers finally paid out

late for inspection

Pass 8 Jul 2015 24,246 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 22,464 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2013 22,136 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 22,098 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear number plate poor condition

Fail 14 Oct 2009 21,679 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 21,679 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 21,662 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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P340 PGV is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P340 PGV, 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 P340 PGV registered?

P340 PGV is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P340 PGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P340 PGV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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