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X804 VRL

2001 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,869 mi
Last recorded24,869 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN80015,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX804 VRL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 24,869 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 24,866 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 24,866 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 24,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 24,015 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 23,689 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 23,689 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 23,336 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 22,092 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 22,092 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 19,751 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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X804 VRL is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 15,950 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 X804 VRL, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X804 VRL registered?

X804 VRL is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X804 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X804 VRL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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