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R945 HDG

1997 Kawasaki VN800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,658 mi
Last recorded26,658 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN80018,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR945 HDG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 26,658 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 25,832 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 25,106 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted at time of test (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 24,837 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted at time of test (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 24,829 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted at time of test (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 23,945 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 23,680 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

for daylight usage only.

Pass 1 Aug 2018 23,168 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 22,879 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 22,819 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)

Fail 16 Jul 2016 22,819 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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 Jul 2015 22,245 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 22,135 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 21,454 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 20,323 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 16,388 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 15,506 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 14,009 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2006 13,025 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 12,031 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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R945 HDG is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R945 HDG, 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 R945 HDG registered?

R945 HDG is a 1997 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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