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R338 DMY

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Yellow Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,816 mi
Last recorded18,816 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR338 DMY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 18,816 miles

Front tyre perishing

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 18,632 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 18,235 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 17,387 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Oct 2016 17,274 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 16,944 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 16,543 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 15,915 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 15,435 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 14,780 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 14,258 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 12,837 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 12,172 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 10,910 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 10,909 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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R338 DMY is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Yellow with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R338 DMY, 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 R338 DMY registered?

R338 DMY is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is R338 DMY safe to buy?

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