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GN53 KPU

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,851 mi
Last recorded30,851 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 KPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 30,851 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 27,042 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 24,961 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 23,202 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 23,021 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 21,222 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2016 21,220 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 19,208 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 18,376 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 18,376 miles

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2011 16,588 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 15,025 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 12,146 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 12,146 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 8,887 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 6,513 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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GN53 KPU 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 81.3%.

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 GN53 KPU, 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 GN53 KPU registered?

GN53 KPU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is GN53 KPU safe to buy?

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