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N211 BWK

1996 Kawasaki Vulcan

Orange Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,162 mi
Last recorded39,162 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN211 BWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 39,162 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 39,162 miles

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 38,976 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 38,498 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 38,265 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 38,142 miles

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

Oil leak Left hand, underside of engine,by side stand ()

Pass 6 Apr 2017 37,997 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 35,154 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
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N211 BWK is a 1996 Kawasaki Vulcan in Orange with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N211 BWK, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N211 BWK registered?

N211 BWK is a 1996 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N211 BWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N211 BWK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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