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P801 KWE

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,051 mi
Last recorded55,051 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP801 KWE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 55,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 53,736 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 47,556 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 37,643 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 30,594 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 26,554 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 26,554 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 26,289 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 25,644 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 24,795 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 24,372 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 24,367 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 22,625 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 20,392 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2010 20,156 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 19,712 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 19,225 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 18,176 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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P801 KWE is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 19,366 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 P801 KWE, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P801 KWE registered?

P801 KWE is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 21 September 1996.

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The MOT history for P801 KWE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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