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PG04 XLC

2004 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,372 mi
Last recorded30,372 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN80012,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG04 XLC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 30,372 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 30,194 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 30,123 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 30,055 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 29,825 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 29,538 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2016 28,705 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 27,853 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 27,853 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 26,459 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 24,569 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 21,053 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 21,053 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 5 Mar 2011 19,966 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 19,966 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 18,314 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 18,258 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2008 18,258 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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PG04 XLC is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,650 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 PG04 XLC, 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 22 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 PG04 XLC registered?

PG04 XLC is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 10 July 2004.

Is PG04 XLC safe to buy?

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