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PL03 FEU

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

495 mi
Last recorded495 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 FEU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2022 495 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned SIDECAR ALIGNMENT SLIGHTLY OUT (2.4 (a))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 495 miles

Front Direction indicator not working SIDECAR (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working SIDECAR (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp SIDECAR (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp SIDECAR (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp ON SIDECAR (4.3.3 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 453 miles

REAR TYRE IS SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING

Fail 23 May 2018 453 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

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

REAR TYRE IS SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING

Pass 13 Jun 2014 191 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 191 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 2 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 1,468 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 1,449 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 238 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 213 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 13,073 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 13,049 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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PL03 FEU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 PL03 FEU, 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 PL03 FEU registered?

PL03 FEU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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