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B17 GEF

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,358 mi
Last recorded23,358 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 GEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 23,358 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 22,732 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 22,320 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 21,888 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 21,374 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 20,737 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 19,305 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 18,833 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 17,895 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 17,019 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 16,328 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 15,210 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 14,390 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 13,607 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 12,708 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 11,921 miles

front tyre aged and cracked

Pass 19 Jan 2008 10,736 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 10,736 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 10,158 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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B17 GEF is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 18,132 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 B17 GEF, 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 29 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 B17 GEF registered?

B17 GEF is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is B17 GEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B17 GEF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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