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F63 UFX

1988 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki VN150023,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF63 UFX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 1 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 18 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2015 16 miles

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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F63 UFX is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F63 UFX, 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

How do I check the history of F63 UFX?

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What year was F63 UFX registered?

F63 UFX is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 7 November 1988.

Is F63 UFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F63 UFX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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