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P451 LKO

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,458 mi
Last recorded27,458 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP451 LKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 27,458 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 27,444 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 27,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 27,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 27,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 27,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 27,248 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 27,242 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 27,131 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 26,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Sep 2009 26,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 26,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2008 25,514 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 25,514 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 24,635 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 23,282 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 22,944 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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P451 LKO is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P451 LKO, 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 P451 LKO registered?

P451 LKO is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P451 LKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P451 LKO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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