Yes, R730 BHU is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 May 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for R730 BHU?

The MOT for R730 BHU is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R730 BHU?

The recorded mileage for R730 BHU is 19,145 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R730 BHU ULEZ compliant?

No, R730 BHU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

1997 Kawasaki VN800 0.8L Petrol · R730 BHU

R730 BHU

1997 Kawasaki VN800 (0.8L, petrol). First registered 23/10/1997. Recorded mileage 19,145 miles. MOT valid until 06/05/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model: KAWASAKI VN800
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 06/05/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 19,145 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 0.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 06/05/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/05/2027

Mileage: 19,145 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 805cc

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R730 BHU Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
19,145 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed

✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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R730 BHU Mileage History

25/10/202318,880 mi
25/10/202318,880 mi
30/04/202519,067 mi+187 mi
08/05/202619,145 mi+78 mi

Average of roughly 105 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

R730 BHU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 16:54

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Kawasaki Vn800 (R730 BHU) between October 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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