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P973 RNH

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,049 mi
Last recorded18,049 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP973 RNH
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 18,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 17,822 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 17,484 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 15,369 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 12,172 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 12,169 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2011 10,674 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 9,743 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 8,157 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 7,541 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 7,336 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 6,721 miles

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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P973 RNH is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P973 RNH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P973 RNH registered?

P973 RNH is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 25 July 1997.

Is P973 RNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P973 RNH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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