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P830 KYA

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,696 mi
Last recorded34,696 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP830 KYA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 34,696 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 34,540 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 34,218 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 33,367 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 32,717 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2012 31,640 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 29,356 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 27,623 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 25,942 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 23,365 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 22,005 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 19,245 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 19,245 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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P830 KYA is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Black 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 P830 KYA, 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

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What year was P830 KYA registered?

P830 KYA is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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The MOT history for P830 KYA 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.

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