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R896 FDE

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Blue Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,401 mi
Last recorded20,401 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR896 FDE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 20,401 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 19,901 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 18,910 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 18,764 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 18,764 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 18,218 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 18,218 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 17,346 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 17,346 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 16,079 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 14,489 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 14,489 miles

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)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 14,489 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 14,111 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 May 2009 12,656 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 10,328 miles

rear brake binding.

Pass 9 Nov 2006 8,031 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 8,031 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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R896 FDE is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Blue with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R896 FDE, 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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R896 FDE is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 16 August 1997.

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