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S378 TBA

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

72,123 mi
Last recorded72,123 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS378 TBA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 72,123 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 71,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 71,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 71,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 70,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 70,589 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 70,589 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 69,638 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 68,701 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 67,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 66,872 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 65,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 65,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 64,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2012 63,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 61,025 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 58,368 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 51,842 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 48,036 miles

front brake light dim

Pass 2 Apr 2007 45,496 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 40,528 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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S378 TBA is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S378 TBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S378 TBA registered?

S378 TBA is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S378 TBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S378 TBA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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