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R363 XOB

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,596 mi
Last recorded25,596 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR363 XOB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 25,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 25,320 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 24,645 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 23,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 23,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2009 20,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 19,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 Jul 2008 19,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 17,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Jun 2007 17,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 13,528 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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R363 XOB is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R363 XOB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R363 XOB registered?

R363 XOB is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 7 January 1998.

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