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P538 HOC

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,412 mi
Last recorded11,412 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP538 HOC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 11,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2023 11,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 May 2022 11,912 miles

2 speedo, s fitted one digital one analogue, hence mileage

Offside flasher flashes at a quicker rate than nearside

Pass 27 Aug 2020 4,280 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 405 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 11,412 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 11,412 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 11,401 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 9,059 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 8,509 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 8,184 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 7,911 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 6,596 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 4,554 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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P538 HOC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 P538 HOC, 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 P538 HOC registered?

P538 HOC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 20 January 1997.

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