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R317 WVP

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,587 mi
Last recorded11,587 miles
Recorded on25 May 2006
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR317 WVP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 May 2006 11,587 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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R317 WVP is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 R317 WVP, 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 R317 WVP registered?

R317 WVP is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R317 WVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R317 WVP shows 1 test 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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