MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,556 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
adevise rear number plate light inoperative
no plate light inopertive
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)
front brake pads worn o/k for test
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)
front brake pads worn o/k for test
no plate light inopertive
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
advise rear tyre slight perishing
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
advise rear tyre slight perishing
Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D2?
Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R211 KSO is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 R211 KSO, 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 R211 KSO registered?
R211 KSO is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R211 KSO safe to buy?
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