CarVerify

Free Car Check

P720 VTX

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Blue Petrol 1470cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,690 mi
Last recorded11,690 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP720 VTX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 11,690 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2024 11,655 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 11,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 11,627 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 6 Jul 2017 11,522 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 11,243 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 11,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 10,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,548 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 10,481 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 10,301 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Will need new front tyre soon. Fuse box wiring needs work,as reason for lamp fails was poor fuse box wires,will happen again,but working at moment after repair.

Pass 14 May 2010 10,301 miles

Will need new front tyre soon. Fuse box wiring needs work,as reason for lamp fails was poor fuse box wires,will happen again,but working at moment after repair.

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
Full Kawasaki VN1500 D2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P720 VTX is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Blue with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P720 VTX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P720 VTX?

You can check the full history of P720 VTX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P720 VTX registered?

P720 VTX is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is P720 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P720 VTX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P720 VTX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P720 VTX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.