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R43 VWN

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,330 mi
Last recorded17,330 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 VWN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 17,330 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 17,330 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake light switch is sticking (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 17,097 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 16,986 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 16,616 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 16,267 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 15,780 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 13,942 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R43 VWN is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R43 VWN, 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 R43 VWN registered?

R43 VWN is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R43 VWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R43 VWN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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