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R730 BHU

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,145 mi
Last recorded19,145 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR730 BHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 19,145 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 19,067 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 18,880 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 18,880 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 18,830 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2014 18,635 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 18,042 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 17,765 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 17,195 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,904 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 14,877 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 14,241 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 14,241 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 13,990 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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R730 BHU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R730 BHU, 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.

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What year was R730 BHU registered?

R730 BHU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is R730 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R730 BHU shows 14 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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