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R519 PCY

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

17,346 mi
Last recorded17,346 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR519 PCY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 17,346 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 17,337 miles

Front surface cracks in sidewalls

Pass 18 Apr 2023 17,322 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 16,869 miles

Front FRONT TYRE PERISHING

Pass 15 Apr 2021 16,865 miles

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

Front tyre perishing

Pass 20 Apr 2020 16,850 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 16,848 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 16,728 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 16,710 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 16,684 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 16,620 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 16,550 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 16,478 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 16,341 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 16,046 miles

rear tyre slightly perished on sidewalls

Pass 11 Mar 2010 14,634 miles

rear tyre sidewall shows slight cracking , not showing cord

Pass 21 Mar 2009 13,205 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 13,205 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 12,617 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 10,567 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 10,567 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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R519 PCY is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R519 PCY, 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 R519 PCY registered?

R519 PCY is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R519 PCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R519 PCY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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