MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,401 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
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))
Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
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)
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)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
rear brake binding.
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.
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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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