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G169 PAM

1989 Kawasaki VN750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,797 mi
Last recorded18,797 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki VN75025,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG169 PAM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 18,797 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 16,428 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 16,428 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2021 15,267 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 15,264 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2019 15,212 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 14,411 miles

Rear tyre valve showing signs of perishing.

Pass 5 Jul 2017 14,257 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 14,257 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 May 2016 14,026 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 May 2015 13,083 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 12,980 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 12,980 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 12,169 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 12,169 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 11,288 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 10,668 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 10,668 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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G169 PAM is a 1989 Kawasaki VN750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki VN750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,791 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 G169 PAM, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki VN750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G169 PAM registered?

G169 PAM is a 1989 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 25 November 1989.

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