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PG03 VEF

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,188 mi
Last recorded10,188 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG03 VEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 10,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlight mask convertor fitted at time of test

no rear mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 24 May 2023 9,358 miles

Rear no rear mudguard fitted at time of test

headlight mask converter fitted at time of test

Pass 11 May 2022 8,854 miles

Rear no mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2021 8,513 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear no mudgaurd fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Jul 2019 7,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear no mudguard fitted at time of test

headlight mask converter fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Jun 2018 6,612 miles

Front mudguard not fitted at time oftest

Rear mudguard not fitted at time of test

headlight mask converter fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Jun 2017 5,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

flat spot in front and rear tyres

no front or rear mudguard fitted at time of test

rear brake reserve travel getting low

Fail 12 Jun 2017 5,694 miles

rear brake reserve travel getting low

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

flat spot in front and rear tyres

no front or rear mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Mar 2016 5,559 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 5,201 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 5,015 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 4,522 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 3,371 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2009 3,181 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 2,957 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2007 2,469 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2006 1,749 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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PG03 VEF is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 PG03 VEF, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PG03 VEF registered?

PG03 VEF is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is PG03 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG03 VEF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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