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P535 OBU

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Grey Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,789 mi
Last recorded15,789 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP535 OBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 15,789 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 15,343 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 14,953 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 14,846 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 14,027 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 14,027 miles

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 13,155 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 12,865 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 12,236 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 11,716 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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P535 OBU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Grey with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P535 OBU, 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 P535 OBU registered?

P535 OBU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P535 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P535 OBU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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