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GU52 XED

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,380 mi
Last recorded29,380 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 XED
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 29,380 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 29,361 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 29,251 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 28,970 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 28,770 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 28,770 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 28,518 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 28,166 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 28,157 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 27,514 miles

drive chain is slightly corroded

rear brake rubber missing

Pass 5 Feb 2015 25,589 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 22,563 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear brake travel

Pass 5 Dec 2012 21,250 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 16,538 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 16,538 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2011 15,222 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 15,222 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 12,260 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 8,103 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 8,103 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 3,336 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 3,211 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 2,778 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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GU52 XED 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 GU52 XED, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU52 XED registered?

GU52 XED is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is GU52 XED safe to buy?

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