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B358 BFJ

1985 Kawasaki VN750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,666 mi
Last recorded31,666 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki VN75026,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB358 BFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 31,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner fork bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2015 30,745 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 30,745 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 30,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 30,528 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 30,525 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2007 30,508 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN750?

Based on 3,372 MOT tests across 430 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
430
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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B358 BFJ is a 1985 Kawasaki VN750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki VN750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 26,834 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B358 BFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN750 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki VN750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B358 BFJ registered?

B358 BFJ is a 1985 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B358 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B358 BFJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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