CarVerify

Free Car Check

P135 VTC

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Purple Petrol 1470cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,801 mi
Last recorded13,801 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Below or 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

RegistrationP135 VTC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 13,801 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 13,791 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 13,697 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 13,691 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 13,636 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 13,622 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 13,562 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 13,475 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 12,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 11,803 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 11,803 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 8,968 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 8,021 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 7,128 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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
Full Kawasaki VN1500 D2 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

P135 VTC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Purple with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P135 VTC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P135 VTC?

You can check the full history of P135 VTC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P135 VTC registered?

P135 VTC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P135 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P135 VTC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P135 VTC 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 P135 VTC. 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.