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T43 JBC

1999 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,523 mi
Last recorded27,523 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN80017,501 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT43 JBC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 27,523 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2024 26,974 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2023 26,460 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2023 26,460 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 26,431 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 26,260 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 24,970 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 24,403 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 23,150 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 20,806 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 17,466 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 13,316 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 9,578 miles

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

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

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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T43 JBC is a 1999 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 T43 JBC, 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 T43 JBC registered?

T43 JBC is a 1999 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T43 JBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T43 JBC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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