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W557 ULA

2000 Kawasaki VN800

Beige Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,512 mi
Last recorded22,512 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN80017,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW557 ULA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 22,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 22,496 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 22,441 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 22,364 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 22,282 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 21,392 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 21,057 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 19,986 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 17,711 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

right side barend missing

Fail 4 Oct 2010 155,298 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 155,298 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 9,832 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 May 2008 6,872 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 3,904 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 2,399 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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W557 ULA is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800 in Beige with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 W557 ULA, 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 W557 ULA registered?

W557 ULA is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 4 April 2000.

Is W557 ULA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W557 ULA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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