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P225 HRC

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

17,169 mi
Last recorded17,169 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP225 HRC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 17,169 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 16,837 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 16,081 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 14,335 miles

Front Front tyre misshaped tread ok

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear tyre pressure low

Fail 26 Mar 2021 14,335 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking on lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Black background with silver lettering. Not pre 1980 (0.1 (d))

Front Front tyre misshaped tread ok

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear tyre pressure low

Pass 3 Jul 2019 13,891 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 13,891 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2018 13,528 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 13,053 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 12,434 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 11,880 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 11,880 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 11,265 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 11,265 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 10,547 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 10,546 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 9,890 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 92,287 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 8,499 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 7,846 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 7,078 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 6,337 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 5,540 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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P225 HRC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 P225 HRC, 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 P225 HRC registered?

P225 HRC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P225 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P225 HRC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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