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F972 OEU

1988 Kawasaki VN750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,874 mi
Last recorded17,874 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki VN75023,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF972 OEU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2009 17,874 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 17,874 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 17,870 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 17,760 miles

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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F972 OEU is a 1988 Kawasaki VN750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F972 OEU, 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 F972 OEU registered?

F972 OEU is a 1988 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F972 OEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F972 OEU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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