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YU02 KJF

2002 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

24,699 mi
Last recorded24,699 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN80013,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU02 KJF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 24,699 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 24,421 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 24,421 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 23,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 22,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 22,493 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 22,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 21,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2017 20,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Tested with std number plate.

Pass 24 Feb 2017 20,631 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 20,631 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 20,631 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning from w.o.t (6.2.1f)

Nearside handle bar end loose

Pass 11 Feb 2015 16,872 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2014 13,171 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 13,171 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 12,795 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 12,747 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 12,674 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 12,042 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 10,645 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 10,041 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 9,249 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 KJF is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 KJF, 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 KJF registered?

YU02 KJF is a 2002 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is YU02 KJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU02 KJF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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