MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,193 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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exhaust noisy
head light deflector fitted to head light
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on minimum standard (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on minimum standard (1.1.13 (a))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear disc has run-out (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition exhaust had no baffles present - now installed (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear disc has run-out (1.2.1 (e))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
front and rear pads and discs close to limit
Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?
Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F540 PVT is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 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 F540 PVT, 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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How do I check the history of F540 PVT?
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What year was F540 PVT registered?
F540 PVT is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 15 November 1988.
Is F540 PVT safe to buy?
The MOT history for F540 PVT 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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