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YG02 DWU

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,650 mi
Last recorded19,650 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG02 DWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 19,650 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 19,155 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Old (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 18,116 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 18,116 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 13,985 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 10,310 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 10,210 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 9,836 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 9,419 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 8,931 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 7,929 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 7,249 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 6,141 miles

slight excess travel on rear brake

Pass 20 Feb 2010 5,194 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 2,825 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 2,825 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 669 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 635 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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YG02 DWU is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 13,986 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YG02 DWU, 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 24 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 YG02 DWU registered?

YG02 DWU is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is YG02 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG02 DWU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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