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DX03 DXZ

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

24,851 mi
Last recorded24,851 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 DXZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 24,851 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 24,286 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 22,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 May 2023 22,094 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 19,890 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 19,130 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 18,972 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 18,972 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 18,912 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Renthal aluminium sprocket not suitable for use on this machine (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 18,912 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right Kick up to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Renthal aluminium sprocket not suitable for use on this machine (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 18,777 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 18,568 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 18,361 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 18,146 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 18,146 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 18,117 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 17,986 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 17,314 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 16,204 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 15,082 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,914 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 11,606 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 11,606 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 9,388 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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DX03 DXZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 DX03 DXZ, 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.

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What year was DX03 DXZ registered?

DX03 DXZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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