MOT Status
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31,674 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Inner Shock absorber has a light misting of oil misting of oil on n/s/f fork stanchion (5.3.2 (b))
Central Rear Lower Exhaust noisy modified exhaust but not excessive noise levels (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Rear Inner Wheel hub worn, but not excessively rear hub cush drive free play but not in excess (5.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose loose needs adjusting (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front tyre has slight perishing on side walls but not deep enough to expose a ply or cord
Front tyre has slight perishing on side walls but not deep enough to expose a ply or cord
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
only one tail light working
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN800?
Based on 28,140 MOT tests across 2,110 vehicles.
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R259 JMW is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.
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 R259 JMW, 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 R259 JMW registered?
R259 JMW is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 17 January 1998.
Is R259 JMW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R259 JMW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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