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R661 OUS

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,605 mi
Last recorded23,605 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR661 OUS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 23,605 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 23,371 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 23,364 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 22,744 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 22,092 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 21,299 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 20,764 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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R661 OUS is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R661 OUS, 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 R661 OUS registered?

R661 OUS is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R661 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R661 OUS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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