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PL03 HYN

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

12,622 mi
Last recorded12,622 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HYN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 12,622 miles

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

Rear rear tyre slightly cracked in tread

Pass 12 May 2023 12,357 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 12,278 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 12,237 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 11,811 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 11,362 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 11,362 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 10,847 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 10,377 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 10,377 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 10,118 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 9,998 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 9,465 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 9,465 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 9,180 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 8,601 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 7,575 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,614 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 3,626 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 2,290 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 HYN is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HYN, 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.

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What year was PL03 HYN registered?

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

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