MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,807 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front radiator top bracket broken unsecure.
Rear number plate obscured toe hitch.
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
rear brake binding slightly
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
rear brake binding slightly
Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D2?
Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R856 EAN is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 R856 EAN, 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 R856 EAN registered?
R856 EAN is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 7 August 1997.
Is R856 EAN safe to buy?
The MOT history for R856 EAN shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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