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R237 XDC

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,127 mi
Last recorded20,127 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 XDC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 20,127 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 20,127 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 18,050 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 18,048 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 17,397 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 15,455 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 11,838 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 10,729 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 10,006 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 9,987 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 9,595 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 8,937 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 8,304 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 7,164 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 6,764 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 6,764 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 5,574 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 5,160 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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R237 XDC 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 83.3%.

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 R237 XDC, 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 R237 XDC registered?

R237 XDC is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R237 XDC safe to buy?

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