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WA54 BTY

2004 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,789 mi
Last recorded25,789 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN80012,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 BTY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 25,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 25,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 24,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2023 24,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2022 24,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 24,129 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 23,901 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 23,852 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 23,596 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 23,147 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 22,838 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 22,380 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 21,933 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 21,580 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 21,580 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 7 May 2010 20,118 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 19,989 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 May 2009 15,667 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 10,515 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2008 10,515 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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WA54 BTY is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,650 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 WA54 BTY, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA54 BTY registered?

WA54 BTY is a 2004 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 15 September 2004.

Is WA54 BTY safe to buy?

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