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R405 AHE

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,636 mi
Last recorded16,636 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR405 AHE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 16,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 16,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 16,136 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 29 Jun 2024 16,136 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 15,834 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 15,275 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 May 2021 15,127 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 14,783 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2020 14,783 miles

Rear reflector missing no rear reflector (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2019 14,275 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 14,147 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 13,760 miles

advise front tyre perished

Pass 16 Apr 2016 13,497 miles

Front brake sticking slightly

Pass 21 Jun 2014 13,174 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 13,066 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 12,785 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 11,985 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 11,984 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 11,680 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 10,325 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 9,260 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 7,599 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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R405 AHE is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R405 AHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R405 AHE registered?

R405 AHE is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is R405 AHE safe to buy?

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