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BU03 EKX

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,684 mi
Last recorded30,684 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 EKX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 30,684 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 28,603 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 27,447 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 24,631 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 26,422 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

panniers fitted to rear which restricts test

Pass 19 Apr 2017 25,041 miles

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

front tyre perishing on side walls and in tread area

Pass 5 Apr 2016 23,441 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 21,757 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 20,211 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 19,081 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 16,912 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 16,744 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 16,744 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 16,112 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 16,110 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 15,758 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 14,836 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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BU03 EKX is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BU03 EKX, 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 BU03 EKX registered?

BU03 EKX is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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