MOT Status
ValidMileage
35,851 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?
Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N157 EGS is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.
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 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 N157 EGS, 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.
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What year was N157 EGS registered?
N157 EGS is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 12 August 1997.
Is N157 EGS safe to buy?
The MOT history for N157 EGS shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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