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FN53 BJY

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,545 mi
Last recorded11,545 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 BJY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 11,545 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 11,274 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 11,220 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 10,516 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 10,264 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 9,575 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 9,566 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 9,308 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 9,122 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 8,822 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 8,542 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 8,411 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,187 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 7,986 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2008 7,612 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 4,620 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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FN53 BJY is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FN53 BJY, 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 FN53 BJY registered?

FN53 BJY is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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