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M811 CGN

1995 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki VN80020,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM811 CGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 3 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 28,009 miles

Exhaust system noisy

Pass 23 May 2017 27,600 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 26,304 miles

chain and sprockets soon

Pass 5 Jul 2014 24,413 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 24,412 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 24,402 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 24,325 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 24,325 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 23,379 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2009 23,379 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 21,894 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 21,894 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 20,168 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 18,606 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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M811 CGN is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 20,683 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 M811 CGN, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M811 CGN registered?

M811 CGN is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 24 April 1995.

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