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J500 RJG

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Grey Petrol 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

29,394 mi
Last recorded29,394 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 RJG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 29,394 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 27,548 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 26,078 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 25,637 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 24,489 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 23,806 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 22,175 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 20,322 miles

Front brake fluid dirty

Pass 15 Apr 2017 17,500 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 16,159 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 14,221 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2014 12,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2014 12,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 10,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 8,750 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 8,176 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 13 May 2011 8,176 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 7,023 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 4,899 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 4,351 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 3,852 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 3,849 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 3,287 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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J500 RJG is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Grey with a 799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 J500 RJG, 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 J500 RJG registered?

J500 RJG is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is J500 RJG safe to buy?

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