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AE53 WJD

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Grey Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

2,460 mi
Last recorded2,460 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 WJD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 2,460 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 1,021 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 925 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 12,205 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 12,195 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right kick up beam into oncoming traffic, (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 11,683 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 10,722 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 9,195 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 8,403 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 4,398 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 4,147 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 4,147 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2010 3,314 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 2,555 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Oct 2008 2,555 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 1,996 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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AE53 WJD is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Grey with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AE53 WJD, 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 AE53 WJD registered?

AE53 WJD is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is AE53 WJD safe to buy?

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