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R753 XVR

1998 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,605 mi
Last recorded28,605 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN150017,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR753 XVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 28,605 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 28,605 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 26,193 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 21,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 20,691 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 18,844 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 14,353 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 13,422 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 12,731 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 11,928 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 11,928 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 10,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 7,098 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 4,648 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 3,908 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 3,133 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 2,797 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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R753 XVR is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R753 XVR, 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 R753 XVR registered?

R753 XVR is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R753 XVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R753 XVR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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