Kawasaki Vn
MotorcycleFrom 801 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 6 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 6 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 4 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| a stop lamp switch with a delay in operation | 2 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 29.7% of Vn failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £57.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 89.3% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake control has insufficient reserve travel |
| 2016 | 85.6% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2014 | 91.2% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vns tested had between 8,126 and 20,555 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,701 median miles, the Vn has 0.09 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Vn MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Vn has a 88.6% MOT pass rate based on 801 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Vn?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Vn is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Vn at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Vn is 12,701 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,126 and 20,555 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.