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R61 WHE

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

37,129 mi
Last recorded37,129 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 WHE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 37,129 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 36,444 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 35,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 35,276 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 35,271 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 35,270 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2019 34,901 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 33,860 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 32,829 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 32,625 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 32,161 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 25,269 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 18,937 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 17,485 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 14,513 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 14,513 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

Fail 16 Mar 2009 11,819 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 11,819 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 10,599 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 9,617 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 9,528 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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R61 WHE is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R61 WHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R61 WHE registered?

R61 WHE is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R61 WHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R61 WHE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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