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S340 UPP

1999 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,061 mi
Last recorded16,061 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN80017,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS340 UPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 16,061 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2025 16,059 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 15,930 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 15,275 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 14,506 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 14,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 14,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 14,061 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 13,993 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,367 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 13,131 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 12,442 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 12,040 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 11,688 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 8,392 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 7,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 6,950 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 5,975 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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S340 UPP is a 1999 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 17,501 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 S340 UPP, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S340 UPP registered?

S340 UPP is a 1999 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S340 UPP safe to buy?

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