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S242 EWU

1998 Kawasaki VN1500

Blue Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,033 mi
Last recorded21,033 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN150017,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS242 EWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 21,033 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 20,845 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 20,486 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 20,486 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 20,398 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 17,267 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 17,135 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 16,821 miles
Fail 15 May 2020 16,821 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 16,473 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 16,473 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 67,998 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 57,632 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 May 2012 43,327 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear tyre has signs of cracking on side wall.

Fail 2 May 2012 43,216 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear tyre has signs of cracking on side wall.

Pass 29 Apr 2011 36,168 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 35,070 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 34,383 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 34,383 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 32,133 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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S242 EWU is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 in Blue with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S242 EWU, 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

How do I check the history of S242 EWU?

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What year was S242 EWU registered?

S242 EWU is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S242 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S242 EWU shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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