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R361 DOX

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

39,126 mi
Last recorded39,126 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR361 DOX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 39,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2024 39,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 38,689 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 38,689 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 38,357 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 38,111 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 37,578 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 37,578 miles

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pillion seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 37,427 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 37,246 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 34,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2016 34,817 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2014 32,244 miles

Exhaust noisy.No number plate light.Front brake pads on wear limit.Drive chain slack

Pass 6 Mar 2013 25,796 miles

Exhaust noisy.Chain and sprockets worn

Fail 6 Mar 2013 25,793 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Exhaust noisy.Chain and sprockets worn

Pass 20 Jan 2012 19,640 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 16,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 13,441 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 12,310 miles

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

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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R361 DOX 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 68.4%.

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 R361 DOX, 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 R361 DOX registered?

R361 DOX is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 19 February 1998.

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