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R692 DWS

1998 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

65,531 mi
Last recorded65,531 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN80017,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR692 DWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 65,531 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 63,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 54,701 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 52,816 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021
Pass 16 Dec 2019 39,127 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 30,388 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 26,803 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 25,860 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 24,865 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 23,729 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 23,729 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 22,636 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 21,712 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2011 20,549 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2010 19,543 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 18,657 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 18,648 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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R692 DWS is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 R692 DWS, 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 R692 DWS registered?

R692 DWS is a 1998 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R692 DWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R692 DWS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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