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R630 ORC

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,195 mi
Last recorded27,195 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR630 ORC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 27,195 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 25,738 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 23,212 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 21,510 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 20,865 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 20,865 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 20,211 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 20,211 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 19,681 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 19,214 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 17,926 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 17,105 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 15,687 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 14,324 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 13,007 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 10,765 miles

front tyre started to crack in tread

rear tyre worn close to limit

Pass 14 May 2012 8,716 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 8,013 miles

front tyre cracking beetween tred

Pass 13 Apr 2007 7,895 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,509 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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R630 ORC is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 R630 ORC, 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 R630 ORC registered?

R630 ORC is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R630 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R630 ORC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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