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R667 DTG

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,647 mi
Last recorded22,647 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR667 DTG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 22,647 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 22,408 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 22,151 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 22,072 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 21,421 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 21,132 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 20,864 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 20,686 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 19,465 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 18,254 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 16,753 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 16,468 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 16,077 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 15,972 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 15,972 miles

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 14,188 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 12,681 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 12,558 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 10,509 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 9,164 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 8,801 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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R667 DTG is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R667 DTG, 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

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What year was R667 DTG registered?

R667 DTG is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is R667 DTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R667 DTG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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