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C243 LFU

1986 Kawasaki VN750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,849 mi
Last recorded38,849 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki VN75020,157 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC243 LFU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2014 38,849 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 38,627 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 38,610 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 38,296 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 38,285 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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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C243 LFU is a 1986 Kawasaki VN750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C243 LFU, 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.

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What year was C243 LFU registered?

C243 LFU is a 1986 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 2 April 1986.

Is C243 LFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C243 LFU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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