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R890 YDA

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,974 mi
Last recorded35,974 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR890 YDA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 35,974 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 35,803 miles

noisy exhaust

Pass 2 May 2024 34,001 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 31,175 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 26,789 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 22,925 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 20,466 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 17,851 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 15,748 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 15,744 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 14,945 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 14,116 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 14,113 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 13,634 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,200 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 12,921 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 12,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 12,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 May 2009 12,463 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 12,389 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 12,190 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 11,223 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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R890 YDA is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R890 YDA, 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 R890 YDA registered?

R890 YDA is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R890 YDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R890 YDA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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