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HJ52 WPP

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

15,333 mi
Last recorded15,333 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 WPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 15,333 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2026 15,333 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 22 May 2024 12,187 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 11,247 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 11,167 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 11,044 miles

Front brake lever shortend

Fail 19 Jun 2017 11,044 miles

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

Front brake lever shortend

Pass 1 Jul 2015 10,683 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 9,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2013 9,630 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2012 8,361 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 8,121 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 6,543 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,130 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 5,106 miles

front and rear tyres underinflated sharp edges on nearside and offside wing mirrors

Pass 8 Mar 2007 4,998 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 4,726 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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HJ52 WPP is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HJ52 WPP, 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 HJ52 WPP registered?

HJ52 WPP is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 17 January 2003.

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