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P993 WNW

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,211 mi
Last recorded41,211 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP993 WNW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 41,211 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Jul 2014 41,211 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 37,788 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 36,102 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 34,247 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 34,247 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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P993 WNW is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 P993 WNW, 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 P993 WNW registered?

P993 WNW is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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