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R940 GCV

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,287 mi
Last recorded39,287 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR940 GCV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 39,287 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 38,517 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 38,517 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2016 38,493 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 38,489 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 38,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 38,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 38,030 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

spot lights on

Pass 8 Sep 2009 36,528 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 32,301 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 21,555 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Jun 2007 21,163 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 10,830 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 10,059 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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R940 GCV is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 R940 GCV, 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.

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What year was R940 GCV registered?

R940 GCV is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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