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P622 VFA

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,652 mi
Last recorded19,652 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP622 VFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 19,652 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 19,307 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 18,500 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 17,885 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 16,488 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 16,488 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 15,215 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 14,102 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 13,351 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2011 12,170 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Nov 2011 12,170 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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P622 VFA is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P622 VFA, 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 P622 VFA registered?

P622 VFA is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P622 VFA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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