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YB03 FCX

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

15,849 mi
Last recorded15,849 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 FCX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 15,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 May 2026 15,832 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2025 24,203 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 May 2025 24,189 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 23,809 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 23,809 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 23,604 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2022 22,736 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 22,736 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2021 22,649 miles

Front Front tyre has cracking on side wall

Pass 12 Sep 2019 22,438 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 21,838 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 21,821 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 21,808 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 21,799 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm in places (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre has a score mark / cut down part of centre of tread

Fail 8 Sep 2015 21,799 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 20,160 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 19,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 19,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Fail 29 Sep 2012 19,229 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2012 19,229 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 16,912 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 14,724 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 13,346 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 12,392 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 10,130 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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YB03 FCX is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 YB03 FCX, 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 23 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 YB03 FCX registered?

YB03 FCX is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 17 June 2003.

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The MOT history for YB03 FCX shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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