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W687 YAV

2000 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,978 mi
Last recorded16,978 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN80017,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW687 YAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 16,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 15,885 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 15,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 14,326 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 12,495 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 11,577 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 11,577 miles

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

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 10,983 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 10,526 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 9,934 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 9,497 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 9,467 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 9,377 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 9,216 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 9,123 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 9,056 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 8,565 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 6,836 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 6,836 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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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W687 YAV is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 W687 YAV, 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 W687 YAV registered?

W687 YAV is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W687 YAV safe to buy?

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