CarVerify

Free Car Check

K829 DPP

1993 Kawasaki Vulcan

Black Petrol 749cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

31,347 mi
Last recorded31,347 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan22,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK829 DPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
View full Kawasaki Vulcan reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 31,347 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 29,955 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 28,465 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 27,790 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 27,613 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 27,179 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 27,179 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 26,037 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 26,037 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 25,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 24,884 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Oct 2014 24,557 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 24,557 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 24,107 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 24,107 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 23,375 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 23,375 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 22,708 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 22,063 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 21,456 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 20,987 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 20,505 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 19,941 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vulcan?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
Full Kawasaki Vulcan reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K829 DPP is a 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 22,541 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 Vulcan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K829 DPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vulcan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K829 DPP?

You can check the full history of K829 DPP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K829 DPP registered?

K829 DPP is a 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K829 DPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K829 DPP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K829 DPP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K829 DPP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.