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P362 MWC

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,964 mi
Last recorded18,964 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP362 MWC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 18,964 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 18,812 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 18,472 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 18,005 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 17,053 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 16,140 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 16,127 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 15,673 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 15,542 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 14,704 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 14,345 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 12,315 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 10,184 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 8,164 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 6,702 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 5,145 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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P362 MWC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 P362 MWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P362 MWC registered?

P362 MWC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P362 MWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P362 MWC shows 16 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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