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DX53 JFE

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 JFE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 19,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 19,067 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))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 May 2023 18,402 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 22 May 2023 18,402 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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 light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 16,813 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front fender missing

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 2 Apr 2022 16,807 miles

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

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front fender missing

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 1 Jul 2020 16,711 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 16,703 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 16,551 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 16,393 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 16,259 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 15,431 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 14,739 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 13,185 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 13,185 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 10,958 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2012 10,958 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2012 10,954 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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

Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 10,951 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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

Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 May 2011 10,189 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear No Plate & Rear Position Lamp Fitted In A Laid Back Position, But Visible

Fail 11 May 2011 10,189 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear No Plate & Rear Position Lamp Fitted In A Laid Back Position, But Visible

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 8,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate small

Pass 3 Oct 2008 6,142 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 5,289 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 5,289 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 4,452 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 4,452 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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DX53 JFE is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DX53 JFE, 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 DX53 JFE registered?

DX53 JFE is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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