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R800 STV

2003 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

26,526 mi
Last recorded26,526 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN160019,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR800 STV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 26,526 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 26,281 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 26,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 25,903 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 25,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 24,665 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rear hose rubbing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 23,939 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 May 2017 23,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 May 2017 23,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 22,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 20,155 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 17,093 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 13,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 13,020 miles

Nearside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 12,819 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 12,718 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 11,840 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 11,815 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 9,538 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?

Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 10
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R800 STV is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 19,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R800 STV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R800 STV registered?

R800 STV is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for R800 STV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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