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PL03 HYP

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

45,624 mi
Last recorded45,624 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HYP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 45,624 miles

Exhaust Noise

Pass 19 Jul 2025 45,325 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 45,116 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 44,667 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 44,063 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 43,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 42,177 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 42,177 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 36,607 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 34,542 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 31,188 miles

Gear selector lever/Mechanism worn.

Pass 22 Sep 2010 26,878 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2010 25,432 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 16,030 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 8,143 miles

front tyre close to legal limit

Pass 7 Nov 2006 5,093 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 5,093 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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 HYP is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PL03 HYP, 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 HYP registered?

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

Is PL03 HYP safe to buy?

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