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P854 YWU

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Bronze Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,853 mi
Last recorded19,853 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP854 YWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 19,853 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 18,366 miles

Front brake pads are corroded

Front wheel spokes corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit outer (1.1.13 (a))

Rear wheel rim corroded and spokes

Pass 5 May 2017 18,364 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit slightly corroded (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear spokes and rim is slightly corroded

Pass 14 May 2016 17,437 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,297 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 16,952 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 15,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 11,507 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 10,799 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 9,093 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 7,911 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 7,654 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 7,322 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 7,322 miles

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

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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P854 YWU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Bronze with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P854 YWU, 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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What year was P854 YWU registered?

P854 YWU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P854 YWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P854 YWU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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