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W524 EWL

2000 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

32,223 mi
Last recorded32,223 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN80017,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW524 EWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 32,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 May 2024 32,110 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 31,572 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 31,457 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 31,028 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 31,007 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 30,943 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 29,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 27,227 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 26,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 23,943 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 15,938 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 11,468 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 11,468 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 10,296 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 8,797 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 8,794 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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W524 EWL is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 W524 EWL, 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.

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What year was W524 EWL registered?

W524 EWL is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W524 EWL safe to buy?

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