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RO52 VUA

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

6,853 mi
Last recorded6,853 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 VUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 6,853 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 6,791 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 6,717 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 6,639 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 6,639 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low BEAM ADJUSTED DURING TEST (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 6,587 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 6,414 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2020 6,004 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 5,951 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 5,943 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 5,606 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 5,592 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 5,356 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 5,356 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 4,801 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 3,913 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 3,674 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 3,463 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 3,463 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 3,269 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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RO52 VUA is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Purple 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 RO52 VUA, 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 RO52 VUA registered?

RO52 VUA is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is RO52 VUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 VUA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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