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P272 NWG

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,344 mi
Last recorded21,344 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP272 NWG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 21,344 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 21,296 miles

rear brake has slight bind

Pass 23 May 2023 21,263 miles

rear brake slight bind

Pass 30 May 2022 21,205 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,196 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 20,612 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,612 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 20,349 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,783 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 18,827 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 18,258 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Aug 2008 17,117 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 15,325 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 14,741 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2006 14,741 miles

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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P272 NWG is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P272 NWG, 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 P272 NWG registered?

P272 NWG is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 July 1997.

Is P272 NWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P272 NWG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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