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P603 DEP

2001 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,904 mi
Last recorded57,904 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN80015,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP603 DEP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 57,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2025 57,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 57,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 57,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 56,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 55,578 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 52,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 5,171 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 5,165 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front front brake slightly binding on when wheel is raised off the ground

Rear rear brake slightly binding on when wheels is raised off the ground

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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P603 DEP is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 15,950 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 P603 DEP, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P603 DEP registered?

P603 DEP is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is P603 DEP safe to buy?

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