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P323 BNW

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,559 mi
Last recorded42,559 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP323 BNW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2018 42,559 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 42,504 miles

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

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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P323 BNW is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P323 BNW, 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 P323 BNW registered?

P323 BNW is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P323 BNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P323 BNW shows 2 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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