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P47 DTN

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Bronze Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,313 mi
Last recorded30,313 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 DTN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 30,313 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 30,313 miles

Rear Position lamp likely to become detached Securing bolt sheard (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 29,752 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 29,752 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 32,804 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 32,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 32,251 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 30,823 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 29,949 miles

Rear brake dragging slightly

breather pipe from bottom of air filter box melted slightly on exhaust

Pass 11 May 2016 24,800 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 May 2016 24,794 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 18,382 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 May 2014 16,100 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 15,994 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 15,833 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 14,976 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 14,278 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 14,229 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 9,674 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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P47 DTN is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Bronze with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 P47 DTN, 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 P47 DTN registered?

P47 DTN is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P47 DTN safe to buy?

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