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P316 DJR

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,696 mi
Last recorded29,696 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP316 DJR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 29,696 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 26,903 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 26,903 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 25,612 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 21,543 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 16,069 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 11,680 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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P316 DJR is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P316 DJR, 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 P316 DJR registered?

P316 DJR is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 22 July 1997.

Is P316 DJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P316 DJR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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