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R589 KGU

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

38,984 mi
Last recorded38,984 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR589 KGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2013 38,984 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 Feb 2012 38,984 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 38,984 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 38,666 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 38,399 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 31,704 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 24,684 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 24,684 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 16,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 16,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2006 12,466 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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R589 KGU is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R589 KGU, 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 R589 KGU registered?

R589 KGU is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R589 KGU safe to buy?

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