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N157 EGS

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

35,851 mi
Last recorded35,851 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN157 EGS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 35,851 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 34,819 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 34,234 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 33,743 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 32,778 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 31,808 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 31,465 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 30,965 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 30,182 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 29,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2016 28,731 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 27,853 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 26,816 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2013 25,001 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 25,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2012 24,044 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 23,118 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 23,118 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 21,789 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 21,789 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 19,719 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 19,719 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 17,659 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 15,446 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 12,675 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N157 EGS registered?

N157 EGS is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 12 August 1997.

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