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C129 WPV

1986 Kawasaki VN750

Orange Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,888 mi
Last recorded35,888 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki VN75020,157 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC129 WPV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2012 35,888 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 35,297 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 34,454 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 33,799 miles

front tyre 1.6 mm

Fail 17 Mar 2009 33,799 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

front tyre 1.6 mm

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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C129 WPV is a 1986 Kawasaki VN750 in Orange with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki VN750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 20,157 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 C129 WPV, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki VN750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C129 WPV registered?

C129 WPV is a 1986 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C129 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C129 WPV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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