CarVerify

Free Car Check

AY03 BJZ

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

16,204 mi
Last recorded16,204 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 BJZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 16,204 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 15,989 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 15,661 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 15,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 14,262 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 12,883 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 12,870 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 12,715 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 12,579 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 12,117 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 11,139 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 11,139 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 8,730 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 5,402 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 3,451 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 492 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 242 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 223 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 223 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 196 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 182 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
Full Kawasaki VN800 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AY03 BJZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AY03 BJZ, 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

How do I check the history of AY03 BJZ?

You can check the full history of AY03 BJZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AY03 BJZ registered?

AY03 BJZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AY03 BJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 BJZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY03 BJZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AY03 BJZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.