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F965 XAH

1988 Kawasaki VN750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

59,933 mi
Last recorded59,933 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki VN75023,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF965 XAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 59,933 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 59,895 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 59,725 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 57,600 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 54,601 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 54,077 miles

1 x horn U/S

Front brake has little reserve travel

Front mudguard heavily corroded but still secure.

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front tyre heavilly cracked in bottom of tread.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Heavy knocking from front suspension over bumps.Suspect internal fault.

O/S upper fork dust seal incorrectly seated

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Side stand switch distorted & Inoperative

Fail 31 Aug 2013 54,077 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

1 x horn U/S

Front mudguard heavily corroded but still secure.

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front tyre heavilly cracked in bottom of tread.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Heavy knocking from front suspension over bumps.Suspect internal fault.

O/S upper fork dust seal incorrectly seated

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Side stand switch distorted & Inoperative

Pass 28 Apr 2012 53,103 miles

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2011 51,388 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 49,279 miles

Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 49,279 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 47,721 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 23,034 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 23,008 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 18,841 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 18,480 miles

slight blow on front exhaust pipe

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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F965 XAH is a 1988 Kawasaki VN750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki VN750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 23,498 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 F965 XAH, 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 F965 XAH registered?

F965 XAH is a 1988 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 6 August 1988.

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