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H12 NSJ

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,295 mi
Last recorded78,295 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 NSJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2011 78,295 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 78,295 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Sep 2010 75,022 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2010 75,022 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 68,112 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 Sep 2009 68,112 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside 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)

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2008 53,396 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 28,651 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 5,743 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 2,518 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D2?

Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
590
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
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H12 NSJ is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 18,374 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 D2 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H12 NSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 D2 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H12 NSJ is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 22 August 1997.

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