CarVerify

Free Car Check

R566 SPX

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

32,200 mi
Last recorded32,200 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR566 SPX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 32,200 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 31,309 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 30,032 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 30,032 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 29,640 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 29,398 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 29,281 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 28,839 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 28,388 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 27,553 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 26,904 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 25,214 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 22,198 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 18,214 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 14,171 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 10,005 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 4,916 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 3,414 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 3,277 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 3,162 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
Full Kawasaki VN800 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R566 SPX is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R566 SPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R566 SPX?

You can check the full history of R566 SPX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R566 SPX registered?

R566 SPX is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R566 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R566 SPX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R566 SPX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R566 SPX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.