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P640 YHB

2005 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

48,229 mi
Last recorded48,229 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN80010,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP640 YHB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 48,229 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 47,207 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 46,283 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 44,708 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 42,853 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 42,853 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 41,467 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 41,467 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 41,165 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 41,165 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 39,484 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 36,627 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jul 2014 36,627 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 34,514 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 32,535 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 28,168 miles

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

rear suspension movement slightly stiff.

Fail 14 Jun 2011 28,142 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

rear suspension movement slightly stiff.

Pass 20 May 2010 24,874 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front mudguard slightly loose.

Pass 29 Apr 2009 21,347 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 21,347 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2008 16,608 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 16,608 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 12,705 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 10,263 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 10,263 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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P640 YHB is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 10,896 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 P640 YHB, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P640 YHB is a 2005 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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