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B648 YTC

1985 Kawasaki Vn

Blue Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

1,849 mi
Last recorded1,849 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB648 YTC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVn
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 1,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess Petrol pipe cracking! (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 1,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess Petrol pipe cracking! (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Horn not working Wire off (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 1,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.10mm in places! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 7 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 7 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2014 1,404 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 1,404 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

unable to open fuel cap, key missing.

Fail 30 May 2013 946 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 30 May 2013 946 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 85 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 85 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 May 2007 8,651 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 8,378 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vn?

Based on 6,380 MOT tests across 845 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
744
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
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B648 YTC is a 1985 Kawasaki Vn in Blue with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Vn fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B648 YTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vn typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki Vn is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B648 YTC registered?

B648 YTC is a 1985 Kawasaki Vn, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B648 YTC safe to buy?

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