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R440 EVM

1998 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,747 mi
Last recorded26,747 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN150017,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 EVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 26,747 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 24,694 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 23,060 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 21,963 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 20,096 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 20,096 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 16,797 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 13,522 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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R440 EVM is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 17,036 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 R440 EVM, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R440 EVM registered?

R440 EVM is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R440 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R440 EVM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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