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P179 PLM

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,731 mi
Last recorded27,731 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 PLM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 May 2022 27,731 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 27,714 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 27,535 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 27,288 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 27,272 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 26,742 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 26,158 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 25,122 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 24,580 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 23,232 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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P179 PLM is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P179 PLM, 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.

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What year was P179 PLM registered?

P179 PLM is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 5 February 1997.

Is P179 PLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P179 PLM shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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