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PL03 HYK

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

5,691 mi
Last recorded5,691 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HYK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 5,691 miles

Front TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF CRACKING ON SIDE WALLS

Pass 27 May 2025 5,671 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 5,658 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 5,637 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 5,501 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 5,407 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 5,315 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 5,269 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 5,183 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 5,183 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 5,117 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 5,117 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 5,006 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 5,006 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 4,854 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 4,742 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 4,742 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 4,543 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 4,443 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 4,215 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 3,701 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 2,959 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2008 2,768 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 2,383 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 2,164 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 2,164 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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PL03 HYK is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 HYK, 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 HYK registered?

PL03 HYK is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is PL03 HYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 HYK shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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