Kawasaki VN800

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 805 cc

R499 LDFMOT history

R499 LDF is a black petrol Kawasaki VN800 first used on 1 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 24,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
24,544 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R499 LDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
VN800
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
805 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R499 LDF was last recorded at 24,544 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,167 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
377 miles
Average per year
720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 24,544 miles
  • 2025 – 24,167 miles
  • 2024 – 23,443 miles
  • 2022 – 23,199 miles
  • 2020 – 22,404 miles
  • 2017 – 20,599 miles
  • 2016 – 19,884 miles
  • 2014 – 19,453 miles
  • 2013 – 17,870 miles
  • 2012 – 16,993 miles
  • 2011 – 15,824 miles
  • 2010 – 14,477 miles
  • 2009 – 12,992 miles
  • 2008 – 12,201 miles
  • 2006 – 10,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,544 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust noisy exhaust noisy [ at time of testing]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,544 miles (+377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    24,544 miles
    Test number
    787641612433
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass24,167 miles (+724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    24,167 miles
    Test number
    505305551797
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy rear exhaust noisy [at time of testing] (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass23,443 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    23,443 miles
    Test number
    733519383699
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy exhaust noisy [ at time of testing] (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Fail23,424 miles (+225)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,424 miles
    Test number
    320509220678
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements rear number plate to small (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy exhaust noisy [ at time of testing] (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass23,199 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    23,199 miles
    Test number
    968784122830
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail23,196 miles (+792)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,196 miles
    Test number
    571865705648
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass22,404 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    22,404 miles
    Test number
    346633846849
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail22,404 miles (+1,805)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,404 miles
    Test number
    481305045851
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working Front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass20,599 miles (+715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    20,599 miles
    Test number
    854584971793
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  10. Pass19,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,884 miles
    Test number
    918987357827
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  11. Fail19,884 miles (+431)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,884 miles
    Test number
    484072960994
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  12. Pass19,453 miles (+1,583)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    19,453 miles
    Test number
    206803754269
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteRear numberplate stuck on with tape

  13. Pass17,870 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    17,870 miles
    Test number
    488267003167
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  14. Fail17,870 miles (+877)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,870 miles
    Test number
    825927003174
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  15. Pass16,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,993 miles
    Test number
    386388852117
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  16. Fail16,993 miles (+1,169)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,993 miles
    Test number
    609387152133
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyre flat

  17. Pass15,824 miles (+1,347)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,824 miles
    Test number
    489512731107
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteNo front mudguard

  18. Pass14,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    14,477 miles
    Test number
    444871410113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  19. Fail14,477 miles (+1,485)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,477 miles
    Test number
    970781610197
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureFront Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  20. Pass12,992 miles (+791)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    12,992 miles
    Test number
    463391019136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,201 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    12,201 miles
    Test number
    201328588049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    10,028 miles
    Test number
    561835076195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R499 LDF

Does R499 LDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R499 LDF is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R499 LDF?
The MOT on R499 LDF is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R499 LDF done?
R499 LDF was recorded at 24,544 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 720 miles a year.
Has R499 LDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R499 LDF has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on R499 LDF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R499 LDF find?
R499 LDF passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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