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R219 SNR

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,181 mi
Last recorded27,181 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 SNR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2026 27,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 27,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 27,114 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 27,039 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 26,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 25,661 miles

Exhaust slightly noisey

Pass 1 Jun 2017 25,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 23,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 21,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 20,265 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 May 2013

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 17,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate light not working

Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2010 11,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2009 8,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 6,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 2,328 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 2,273 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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R219 SNR is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R219 SNR, 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 R219 SNR registered?

R219 SNR is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R219 SNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R219 SNR shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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