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FJ03 EYM

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

38,498 mi
Last recorded38,498 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 EYM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 38,498 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 37,940 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 37,417 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 36,784 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 35,468 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 35,441 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 33,792 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 32,092 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 32,092 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2016 30,310 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 30,124 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 30,074 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 29,990 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 29,257 miles

rear tyre cracks on sidewalls

Pass 27 Jul 2011 27,974 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 27,449 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 24,788 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 19,871 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 18,744 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 18,744 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 16,076 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 9,577 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 9,577 miles

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

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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FJ03 EYM is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FJ03 EYM, 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 FJ03 EYM registered?

FJ03 EYM is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 15 March 2003.

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