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N472 BVT

1996 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,758 mi
Last recorded31,758 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2015
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN80019,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN472 BVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015 31,758 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Nov 2014 31,758 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 31,758 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 30,896 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 30,896 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 29,914 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 29,914 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 28,925 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 28,437 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 28,437 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 27,041 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 23,452 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 23,028 miles

very slight binding f/caliper

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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N472 BVT is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 19,366 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 N472 BVT, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N472 BVT registered?

N472 BVT is a 1996 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 11 April 1996.

Is N472 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N472 BVT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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