MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,525 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit front 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit front 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate incorrect Too small (0.1 (c))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D2?
Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P501 PEW is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 18,374 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 D2 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P501 PEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki VN1500 D2 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P501 PEW registered?
P501 PEW is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P501 PEW safe to buy?
The MOT history for P501 PEW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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