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R682 RCJ

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,544 mi
Last recorded40,544 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR682 RCJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 40,544 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 39,197 miles

Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 28 Mar 2024 37,929 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 37,749 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 36,037 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake disc slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 31,856 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 28,853 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 28,840 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 27,125 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 26,440 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 26,440 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 25,932 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 25,932 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 25,715 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 25,715 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2008 25,571 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 24,743 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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R682 RCJ is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R682 RCJ, 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 R682 RCJ registered?

R682 RCJ is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R682 RCJ safe to buy?

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