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R369 VNO

1997 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

16,887 mi
Last recorded16,887 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN150016,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR369 VNO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 16,887 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 16,867 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 16,867 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 16,847 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 16,827 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 16,467 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 16,400 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 16,146 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017 16,146 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 15,997 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 15,881 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 15,511 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,690 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 14,467 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 13,645 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 13,094 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 12,115 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 10,803 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 9,663 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 7,539 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 6,833 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?

Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 128
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 52
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R369 VNO is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 16,847 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R369 VNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R369 VNO registered?

R369 VNO is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R369 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R369 VNO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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