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R576 WAK

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

White Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

25,450 mi
Last recorded25,450 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR576 WAK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 25,450 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 25,450 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2025 25,426 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 25,266 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 25,140 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 24,532 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 24,469 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 24,169 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 23,952 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 23,894 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 23,662 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 23,037 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 22,923 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 22,620 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 22,096 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 21,776 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 20,729 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 19,160 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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R576 WAK is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R576 WAK, 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 R576 WAK registered?

R576 WAK is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 16 January 1998.

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The MOT history for R576 WAK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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