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Y276 XJE

2001 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

17,149 mi
Last recorded17,149 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN80015,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY276 XJE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 17,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 16,623 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 May 2024 15,933 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 15,100 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 14,831 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 14,459 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 14,046 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 11,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 11,301 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 11,279 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 11,279 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2016 10,045 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 7,194 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 7,152 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 7,000 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 6,982 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 6,744 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 6,544 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,925 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 5,545 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 5,145 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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Y276 XJE is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 Y276 XJE, 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 Y276 XJE registered?

Y276 XJE is a 2001 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y276 XJE safe to buy?

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