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S729 MHG

1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

70,201 mi
Last recorded70,201 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS729 MHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 70,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

front mudguard removed

rear footrest modified

throttle modified but function not impaired

Pass 2 May 2015 66,342 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 65,983 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2014 62,873 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 61,378 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 61,378 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 59,382 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 57,441 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 57,441 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 May 2010 55,005 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 55,005 miles

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)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 2 May 2009 51,087 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 51,087 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2008 47,340 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 47,340 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

registration plate lamp not working.

Pass 30 Apr 2007 45,493 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 41,897 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D1?

Based on 1,085 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
725
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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S729 MHG is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 D1 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S729 MHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 D1 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S729 MHG registered?

S729 MHG is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 6 January 1999.

Is S729 MHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S729 MHG shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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