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P642 LDT

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Bronze Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

19,632 mi
Last recorded19,632 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP642 LDT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 19,632 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 19,619 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 19,595 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 19,481 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 18,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded Corrosion on swing arm but not weakening the structure (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 18,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded Corrosion on swing arm but not weakening the structure (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 17,814 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 1,747 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 15,821 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 14,992 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

throttle cable adjuster not correct.. function fine.

Pass 27 Apr 2010 14,760 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 14,525 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 14,278 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 13,392 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 12,383 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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P642 LDT is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Bronze with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P642 LDT, 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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P642 LDT is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 10 January 1997.

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