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R321 NET

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

26,895 mi
Last recorded26,895 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR321 NET
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 26,895 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 24,849 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 24,595 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 24,383 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 24,383 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 23,899 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 23,862 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 23,862 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 23,555 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 18,825 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 18,823 miles

Central Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 May 2017 18,353 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 18,335 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 17,783 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 17,181 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 15,634 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 15,483 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 15,469 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 15,120 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 15,078 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 14,251 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 14,251 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2006 13,651 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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R321 NET is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R321 NET, 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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R321 NET is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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