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N657 LRL

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,477 mi
Last recorded35,477 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN657 LRL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 35,477 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 34,971 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 34,622 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 34,548 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 34,352 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 33,549 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 33,549 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 31,715 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 15 May 2012 31,715 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 28,526 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 28,526 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 270,000 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 25,128 miles

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

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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N657 LRL is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 19,331 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 N657 LRL, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N657 LRL registered?

N657 LRL is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 26 July 1999.

Is N657 LRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N657 LRL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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