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E597 KAC

1988 Kawasaki VN1500

Blue Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,837 mi
Last recorded38,837 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki VN150023,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE597 KAC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 38,837 miles

indicators flash fast,but not more than 120 fpm.

rear brake results only just met.

Fail 2 Apr 2016 38,837 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

indicators flash fast,but not more than 120 fpm.

rear brake results only just met.

Pass 2 Aug 2012 38,578 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 37,439 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 36,672 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 35,058 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 16 Feb 2008 343,721 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 32,789 miles

modified horn switch, recommend refit to original switch

Pass 18 Feb 2006 30,643 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre perishing on side wall

possible fluid leak from front brake hose to caliper

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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E597 KAC is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500 in Blue with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E597 KAC, 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.

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E597 KAC is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 20 June 1988.

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