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R227 OJT

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,984 mi
Last recorded16,984 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR227 OJT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 16,984 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 16,919 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 16,919 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 16,867 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 16,867 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 16,759 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 16,713 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 16,674 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 16,492 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 16,466 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 16,308 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2013 16,212 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2012 16,186 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,056 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 15,878 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 15,655 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 15,235 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 15,015 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 14,729 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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R227 OJT is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R227 OJT, 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 R227 OJT registered?

R227 OJT is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 9 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R227 OJT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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