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Y261 NPU

2001 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

55,204 mi
Last recorded55,204 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN80015,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY261 NPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 55,204 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 54,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 54,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 12,552 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 12,351 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front and rear tyre walls cracked

Pass 21 Jun 2017 7,132 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 2,332 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 2,114 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 2,081 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 2,081 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 2,081 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 2,081 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 2,081 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 2,081 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 90,915 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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Y261 NPU is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 Y261 NPU, 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.

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What year was Y261 NPU registered?

Y261 NPU is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y261 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y261 NPU 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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