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P442 UFM

2009 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,012 mi
Last recorded36,012 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki VN80011,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP442 UFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 36,012 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 34,702 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 33,636 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 33,048 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 31,571 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 31,430 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear starting to crack

Pass 6 Apr 2016 30,974 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2013 30,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 30,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 28,703 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2010 27,735 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Apr 2009 25,604 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 25,604 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P442 UFM is a 2009 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 11,914 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 P442 UFM, 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 17 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P442 UFM registered?

P442 UFM is a 2009 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 6 April 2009.

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