CarVerify

Free Car Check

F844 LDP

1988 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

41,248 mi
Last recorded41,248 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki VN150023,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF844 LDP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 41,248 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 41,209 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2024 41,110 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 40,853 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2022 40,663 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 40,515 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 40,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 39,196 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 38,565 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 36,905 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2016 36,891 miles

Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 34,706 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 34,570 miles

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
Full Kawasaki VN1500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F844 LDP is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F844 LDP, 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 F844 LDP?

You can check the full history of F844 LDP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F844 LDP registered?

F844 LDP is a 1988 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 19 August 1988.

Is F844 LDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F844 LDP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F844 LDP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F844 LDP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.