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R170 FGP

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,015 mi
Last recorded18,015 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR170 FGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2009 18,015 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 18,015 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 16,019 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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R170 FGP is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R170 FGP, 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.

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What year was R170 FGP registered?

R170 FGP is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R170 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R170 FGP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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