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R427 SCK

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

42,722 mi
Last recorded42,722 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 SCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 42,722 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 42,584 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 42,234 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 42,231 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 41,604 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 41,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 39,717 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Oct 2017 39,714 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Sidecar direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Stop lamp obscured (1.3.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2013 37,411 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 33,040 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 26,856 miles

Front Tyre has Slight Cracking around the Sidewall.

Fail 2 Apr 2011 26,856 miles

Offside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Tyre has Slight Cracking around the Sidewall.

Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,123 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 23,123 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 25 Mar 2010 23,089 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 22,912 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 22,718 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 22,245 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 21,571 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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R427 SCK is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R427 SCK, 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 R427 SCK registered?

R427 SCK is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R427 SCK safe to buy?

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