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R242 ERT

1998 Kawasaki Vn

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

554 mi
Last recorded554 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Vn25,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 ERT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVn
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 554 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 65,410 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 49,793 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 49,793 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 42,872 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 41,816 miles

clutch cable ajustmemt.

lens tape fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2016 41,812 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 41,755 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 37,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 36,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 10 May 2012 26,912 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 26,121 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 26,121 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 25,096 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 25,096 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2007 24,695 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 21,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vn?

Based on 6,380 MOT tests across 845 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
744
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
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R242 ERT is a 1998 Kawasaki Vn in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Vn models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 25,096 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 Vn fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R242 ERT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vn typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Vn is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R242 ERT registered?

R242 ERT is a 1998 Kawasaki Vn, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R242 ERT safe to buy?

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