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P618 RJN

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

28,062 mi
Last recorded28,062 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 RJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2010 28,062 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 28,062 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 28,029 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 28,029 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 27,915 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 27,909 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 27,706 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 26,938 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 26,938 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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P618 RJN is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 P618 RJN, 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 P618 RJN registered?

P618 RJN is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 18 June 1997.

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