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R219 FYG

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

5,580 mi
Last recorded5,580 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 FYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 5,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 5,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 5,161 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 5,069 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 4,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 1,512 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front mudguard missing

Fail 3 Jul 2021 1,512 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

front mudguard missing

Pass 6 Jan 2020 890 miles

Chain guard missing

Front mudguard missing

Offside Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Left and Right handlebar end plugs pointed and sharp, may cause injury in the event of an accident. Covered with duct tape for now.

Fail 5 Aug 2019 890 miles

Brake component inadequately mounted Rear brake torque arm (front) bolt split pin missing (1.1.21 (c))

Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Less than 240mm apart (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested Both headlamp filaments illuminating causing incorrect beam (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both headlamp bulb fillaments illuminated in both high and low positions causing incorrect beam pattern (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Lower Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Upper Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Less than 180mm apart (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Positioned in front of, and obscured by rear fender (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Front mudguard missing

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned Should be positioned along the centre line of the vehicle (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Rear suspension set very hard

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Left and Right handlebar end plugs pointed and sharp, may cause injury in the event of an accident.

Sissy bars or back rest tips sharp, could cause impalement.

Pass 6 Aug 2018 665 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 426 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 425 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 3 miles

No front mudguard fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

The rear lamps are partially obscured

Pass 2 Feb 2011 16,759 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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R219 FYG is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R219 FYG, 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 R219 FYG registered?

R219 FYG is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 5 June 1998.

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