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P204 GPE

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,458 mi
Last recorded47,458 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP204 GPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 47,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 47,426 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 46,874 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION ON AT ENGINE MOUNTING POINT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Indicator switch not able to be operated from the normal riding position (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 58,490 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 58,109 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 57,363 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 57,363 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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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P204 GPE is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 16,847 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 P204 GPE, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P204 GPE registered?

P204 GPE is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 October 1997.

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