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S472 XHL

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,684 mi
Last recorded29,684 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS472 XHL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 29,684 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 29,683 miles

Central Lower Exhaust slightly loose collector box bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 29,367 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 29,367 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 28,701 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 28,147 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 27,955 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 27,282 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 25,707 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 25,702 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 25,344 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 24,789 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 23,780 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,596 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 22,995 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 20,709 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 17,357 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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S472 XHL is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S472 XHL, 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 S472 XHL registered?

S472 XHL is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 15 December 1998.

Is S472 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S472 XHL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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