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R134 FUD

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Gold Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,945 mi
Last recorded30,945 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR134 FUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 30,945 miles

Day time use only. Only to be used during the hours between sunrise and sunset. Not to be used during reduced visibility.

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

Fail 14 May 2026 30,945 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 28,660 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2025 28,660 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 24,571 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 24,571 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2023 20,373 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 16,060 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 14,826 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 12,224 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 12,185 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 11,918 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 10,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 May 2012 8,523 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 6,738 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 6,734 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 6,331 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 5,658 miles

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.

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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R134 FUD is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Gold with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,640 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 R134 FUD, 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 28 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 R134 FUD registered?

R134 FUD is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 8 June 1998.

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