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PL03 HXV

2003 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,546 mi
Last recorded3,546 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN80011,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HXV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2009 3,546 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 8 Oct 2009 3,544 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 3,275 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 3,018 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 2,323 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 2,323 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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PL03 HXV is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PL03 HXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL03 HXV registered?

PL03 HXV is a 2003 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is PL03 HXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 HXV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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