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R4 TEG

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

13,499 mi
Last recorded13,499 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 TEG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 13,499 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 13,443 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 12,631 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 12,486 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 12,402 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 12,303 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 12,175 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 11,308 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 10,897 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 10,391 miles

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

wheel alignment slightly misaligned

Pass 12 Aug 2015 10,107 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 9,631 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 8,877 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 6,836 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 6,836 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 6,318 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 5,948 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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R4 TEG is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 18,132 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 R4 TEG, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R4 TEG registered?

R4 TEG is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R4 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R4 TEG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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