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R229 EOU

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,319 mi
Last recorded9,319 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR229 EOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 9,319 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 8,850 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 6,301 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 6,276 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 5,377 miles

Rear Small cut to central tyre

Pass 15 Jul 2020 5,336 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 5,255 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 5,094 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 4,946 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 4,848 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 4,541 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 4,276 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 3,833 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 3,604 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 3,156 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 2,727 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 2,443 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 2,188 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 1,894 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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R229 EOU is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R229 EOU, 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 R229 EOU registered?

R229 EOU is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 12 March 1998.

Is R229 EOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R229 EOU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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