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W812 DWC

2000 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

36,621 mi
Last recorded36,621 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN80017,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW812 DWC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 36,621 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 36,497 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable L/H bar slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 35,820 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 34,658 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 34,591 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 34,591 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 34,575 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 34,491 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 33,825 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 33,023 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 32,215 miles

Front brake pads wearing down

Pass 5 Jul 2013 30,951 miles

front brake pads wearing down

Pass 21 May 2012 27,772 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 26,077 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 24,311 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 23,315 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 21,756 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 20,803 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 18,994 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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W812 DWC is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 W812 DWC, 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 W812 DWC registered?

W812 DWC is a 2000 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 13 July 2000.

Is W812 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W812 DWC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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