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E591 SFX

1988 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,926 mi
Last recorded29,926 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2015
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki VN150023,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE591 SFX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2015 29,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 May 2014 29,396 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 29,396 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 May 2013 28,679 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 28,669 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 28,279 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 28,279 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2007 28,055 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 27,725 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?

Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 128
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 52
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E591 SFX is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 23,864 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 VN1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E591 SFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E591 SFX registered?

E591 SFX is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E591 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E591 SFX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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