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M798 XJN

1995 Kawasaki VN800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,906 mi
Last recorded32,906 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki VN80020,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM798 XJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN800
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 32,906 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 32,364 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 30,957 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 28,590 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 28,508 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 26,129 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 May 2017 25,157 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 24,993 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 24,838 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 24,458 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 24,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2010 23,733 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 22,913 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 21,667 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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M798 XJN is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki VN800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 20,683 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 M798 XJN, 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 31 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 M798 XJN registered?

M798 XJN is a 1995 Kawasaki VN800, first registered on 2 May 1995.

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