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R377 WGC

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

696 mi
Last recorded696 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR377 WGC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 696 miles

fork gaiter split

Pass 27 Oct 2023 694 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022
Pass 24 Mar 2017 31 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 38,169 miles

Front headlight deflector fitted

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 38,089 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 38,087 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 38,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate deterioating

Pass 18 May 2011 37,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2010 37,344 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

number plate fading

Pass 29 Apr 2008 36,851 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 36,841 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2007 34,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R377 WGC is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R377 WGC, 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 R377 WGC registered?

R377 WGC is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R377 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R377 WGC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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