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R903 PKX

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,038 mi
Last recorded24,038 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 PKX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 24,038 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 23,566 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 22,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 21,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake slightly noisy in operation on brake tester

Pass 12 May 2014 20,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

mine oil contamination engine/gearbox

Pass 16 May 2013 19,414 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight oil contamination/leak around engine/gearbox

Pass 1 May 2012 18,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 9 May 2011 15,064 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 9 May 2011 15,064 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 14,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 14,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

exhaust noisey but considered to be of the same as you would expect to see on a machine of that type.

Pass 2 May 2008 13,185 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 11,956 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2006 11,574 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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R903 PKX is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 18,132 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 R903 PKX, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R903 PKX registered?

R903 PKX is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R903 PKX safe to buy?

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