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R557 DDM

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,292 mi
Last recorded14,292 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR557 DDM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 14,292 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 14,121 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 14,105 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 14,089 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 14,072 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 13,873 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 13,646 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 13,362 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 13,262 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 13,009 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 12,616 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 11,089 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 9,669 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 8,521 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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R557 DDM is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R557 DDM, 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 R557 DDM registered?

R557 DDM is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R557 DDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R557 DDM shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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