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AE03 VNC

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,405 mi
Last recorded13,405 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 VNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 13,405 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 12,957 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 8,929 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 8,903 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 8,888 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 8,810 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 8,732 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 8,665 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 8,440 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 8,233 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2014 8,233 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 7,932 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 7,932 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 7,876 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 7,513 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 6,611 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 6,024 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 4,075 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 3,016 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 375 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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AE03 VNC is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 AE03 VNC, 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 AE03 VNC registered?

AE03 VNC is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is AE03 VNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 VNC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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