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YU02 FWD

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,995 mi
Last recorded43,995 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU02 FWD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 43,995 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 43,312 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 42,622 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 39,968 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 37,893 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 37,731 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 36,452 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 36,333 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 33,603 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2013 33,603 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2012 29,143 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 22,647 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 17 Aug 2011 22,642 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 17,146 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 13,362 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2008 8,292 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 6,599 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 3,913 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 3,913 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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YU02 FWD is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 13,986 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 YU02 FWD, 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 YU02 FWD registered?

YU02 FWD is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 11 August 2002.

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The MOT history for YU02 FWD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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