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G429 SVV

1990 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,426 mi
Last recorded49,426 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki VN150037,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG429 SVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 49,426 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2018 49,426 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition FITTED BAFFLES DURING TEST (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Handlebar mounting insecure GLUED DURING TEST (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 49,410 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 49,410 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 49,151 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 45,532 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 45,532 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 31 Jan 2014 44,690 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 43,074 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 40,276 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 40,239 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 May 2009 40,207 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 40,089 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 39,976 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
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G429 SVV is a 1990 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 37,187 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 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 G429 SVV, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G429 SVV registered?

G429 SVV is a 1990 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G429 SVV safe to buy?

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