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C949 PAO

1986 Kawasaki VN750

Purple Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,561 mi
Last recorded24,561 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki VN75020,157 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC949 PAO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1986
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2023 24,561 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure modified such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering brake lever (6.1.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front mudgaurd missing

Pass 16 Jun 2021 24,546 miles

cut in rear tyre sidewall, but not in excess of requirments

front mudguard missing

Pass 27 May 2017 24,331 miles

Front Mudguard Missing

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 24,185 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 21,284 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 19,766 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 18,257 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2007 18,257 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2006 18,187 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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C949 PAO is a 1986 Kawasaki VN750 in Purple with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C949 PAO, 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 C949 PAO registered?

C949 PAO is a 1986 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 2 May 1986.

Is C949 PAO safe to buy?

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