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W266 YPP

2000 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

35,881 mi
Last recorded35,881 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN80017,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW266 YPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 35,881 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre old by date(2010)

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

Rear tyre old by date(2009)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 12 May 2026 35,881 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre old by date(2010)

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

Rear tyre old by date(2009)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 35,381 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 35,381 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 35,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 35,211 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 34,922 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 34,922 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 33,685 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 32,316 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 31,663 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 30,002 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2008 30,002 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 2 May 2007 29,195 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 28,012 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 28,012 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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W266 YPP is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 17,374 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 W266 YPP, 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 26 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 W266 YPP registered?

W266 YPP is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 2000.

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