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R692 UBT

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

27,652 mi
Last recorded27,652 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR692 UBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 27,652 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 22,998 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 21,709 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 20,657 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 20,651 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 20,649 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 20,643 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 20,623 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 17,167 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 12,739 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 11,402 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 10,598 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 8,389 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 8,067 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 7,492 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 6,983 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 4,682 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 3,237 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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R692 UBT is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R692 UBT, 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 R692 UBT registered?

R692 UBT is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R692 UBT 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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