MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,381 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D2?
Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R423 DHT is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 18,374 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 R423 DHT, 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 29 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 R423 DHT registered?
R423 DHT is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 10 October 1997.
Is R423 DHT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R423 DHT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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