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P489 KPU

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,326 mi
Last recorded3,326 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP489 KPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 3,326 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 3,250 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 3,067 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 2,902 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 2,781 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2020 2,781 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 2,652 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 2,605 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 2,564 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 2,564 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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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P489 KPU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P489 KPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P489 KPU registered?

P489 KPU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P489 KPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P489 KPU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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