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R851 BTU

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

16,276 mi
Last recorded16,276 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR851 BTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 16,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 16,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 16,257 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 16,201 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 15,547 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 15,386 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 15,350 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable front cross ply rear radial (4.1.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 14,955 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 14,955 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 14,874 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 14,874 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 13,672 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 12,393 miles

Front tyre shows signs of tread pattern cracking

Pass 4 Apr 2008 11,678 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 11,678 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 11,054 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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R851 BTU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R851 BTU, 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 R851 BTU registered?

R851 BTU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R851 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R851 BTU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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