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R906 YBD

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,590 mi
Last recorded1,590 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR906 YBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 1,590 miles

Heavily modified motorcycle

No front mud guard fitted

No indicators fitted

Steering head bearings slightly notchy when wheel raised and turned side toside

Pass 19 Oct 2024 1,539 miles

No indicators fitted modified chop

No mud guard fitted to the front

Slight bind on front wheel

Steering head bearings slightly notchy when wheel raised and turned side to side

Pass 22 Apr 2023 1,040 miles

Front mud guard missing

Pass 7 Apr 2022 24,103 miles

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

front and rear position lamps masked over at time of test

Pass 4 Sep 2020 20,268 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 19,965 miles

gear selection possible with side stand down.

Fail 9 Sep 2019 19,965 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

gear selection possible with side stand down.

Pass 22 Aug 2018 19,647 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 19,206 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2016 18,806 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 17,540 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 16,487 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 15,831 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 15,557 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 14,636 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 14,191 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 14,191 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2009 13,930 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 13,397 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 12,581 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 11,841 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 11,532 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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R906 YBD is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Blue 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 R906 YBD, 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 R906 YBD registered?

R906 YBD is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R906 YBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R906 YBD 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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