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P52 BFH

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,912 mi
Last recorded28,912 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP52 BFH
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 28,912 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 28,197 miles

exhaust noisey

Fail 24 Jul 2019 28,197 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust noisey

Pass 5 Oct 2017 27,177 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 27,165 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 27,165 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 27,163 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 27,129 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 26,870 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 26,001 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D2?

Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
590
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
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P52 BFH is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P52 BFH, 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 P52 BFH registered?

P52 BFH is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P52 BFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P52 BFH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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