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N16 YEO

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,653 mi
Last recorded18,653 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN16 YEO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 18,653 miles

OIL STAIN DRIVE SHAFT GAITER AREA

Pass 26 Nov 2014 18,612 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 18,612 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 16,276 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 5 Nov 2013 16,276 miles

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 13,535 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 13,413 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2006 13,036 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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N16 YEO is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 19,366 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 N16 YEO, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N16 YEO registered?

N16 YEO is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 13 November 1998.

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