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P905 RNH

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,214 mi
Last recorded5,214 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP905 RNH
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 5,214 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 5,214 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 5,210 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 5,203 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 5,115 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 5,115 miles

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 5,111 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 5,091 miles

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

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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P905 RNH is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P905 RNH, 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 P905 RNH registered?

P905 RNH is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is P905 RNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P905 RNH shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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