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HP52 BAZ

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,033 mi
Last recorded42,033 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHP52 BAZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 42,033 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 40,789 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 38,514 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 35,849 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 33,874 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2022 33,874 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Corrected beam image by masking lens. (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 30,889 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 29,110 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 25,829 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 25,771 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2018 21,008 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 17,620 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 17,598 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2017 17,598 miles

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

Central Rear Upper Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 18 May 2016 16,548 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 16,093 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 16,076 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 16,041 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 15,456 miles

Headlamp aim corrected with tape

Pass 25 Jul 2008 14,487 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 11,553 miles

Headlamp aim corrected with tape

Pass 28 Jul 2006 9,981 miles

Headlamp aim corrected with tape

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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HP52 BAZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HP52 BAZ, 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 HP52 BAZ registered?

HP52 BAZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is HP52 BAZ safe to buy?

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