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R819 TYB

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,156 mi
Last recorded11,156 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR819 TYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2011 11,156 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 10,798 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 10,549 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 10,435 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 10,090 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 9,545 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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R819 TYB is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R819 TYB, 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 R819 TYB registered?

R819 TYB is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R819 TYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R819 TYB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R819 TYB have outstanding finance?

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