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F848 JVJ

1988 Kawasaki VN750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,100 mi
Last recorded23,100 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki VN75023,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF848 JVJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 23,100 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 23,095 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 23,086 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged corroded (5.2.3 (j))

Valve stem slightly damaged rubber on the base of the valve cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 33,848 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 33,541 miles

headlamp masked

Pass 16 May 2008 32,720 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 32,715 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 32,338 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 32,338 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN750?

Based on 3,372 MOT tests across 430 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
430
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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F848 JVJ is a 1988 Kawasaki VN750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki VN750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 23,498 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 VN750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F848 JVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN750 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki VN750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F848 JVJ registered?

F848 JVJ is a 1988 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 12 August 1988.

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The MOT history for F848 JVJ 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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