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R143 FYG

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

White Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

28,027 mi
Last recorded28,027 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR143 FYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 28,027 miles

Exhaust mounting at the rear is slightly loose

Front Brake works safely but feels slightly spongy on the lever

Pass 18 Jun 2019 27,487 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 27,487 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2018 26,827 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2018 26,827 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2017 25,247 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 23,358 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 23,358 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 22,483 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 21,330 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 21,330 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 19,390 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 16,915 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear tyre unevenly worn

Pass 5 Jun 2007 14,136 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 9,954 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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R143 FYG is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 19,366 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 R143 FYG, 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 28 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 R143 FYG registered?

R143 FYG is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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