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P934 KGM

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,157 mi
Last recorded29,157 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP934 KGM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 29,157 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 28,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 28,510 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jul 2012 27,933 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 27,933 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 25,153 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 22,711 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 22,340 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 21,404 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 21,367 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 21,367 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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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P934 KGM is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P934 KGM, 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.

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What year was P934 KGM registered?

P934 KGM is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 22 May 1997.

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