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D608 MCV

1987 Kawasaki VN750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,727 mi
Last recorded35,727 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2021
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki VN75027,429 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD608 MCV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2021 35,727 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 55,711 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 35,503 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 35,452 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 35,361 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 35,254 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 34,958 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 34,797 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 34,797 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 34,359 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 33,372 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 33,372 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 38,957 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 36,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 1 May 2009 33,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 May 2008 30,380 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 27,769 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 25,287 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 6 May 2006 25,287 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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D608 MCV is a 1987 Kawasaki VN750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki VN750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 27,429 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D608 MCV, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki VN750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D608 MCV registered?

D608 MCV is a 1987 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 23 March 1987.

Is D608 MCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D608 MCV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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