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R741 BHU

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

18,489 mi
Last recorded18,489 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR741 BHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 18,489 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 18,195 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 18,165 miles

Bike Idles Badly.

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Fender, Frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 17,799 miles

Front tyre starting to delaminate

Pass 1 Jul 2022 17,201 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 17,201 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 16,396 miles

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

Horn not working properly a bit quiet and intermitant (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 15,497 miles

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

Front tyre starting to perish

Pass 10 Jul 2019 15,458 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 15,262 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 15,102 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 15,034 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2016 15,034 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 14,860 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 14,329 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 13,957 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 13,864 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 13,864 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2011 13,477 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 12,756 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 12,197 miles

nearside rear light not working

Pass 11 Jul 2008 12,012 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 11,469 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 10,924 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 10,066 miles

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

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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R741 BHU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 R741 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 R741 BHU registered?

R741 BHU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 24 October 1997.

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