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X97 JFR

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,590 mi
Last recorded36,590 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX97 JFR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 36,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 36,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 36,445 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 36,445 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 36,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 36,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 36,172 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 17 Jul 2017 35,913 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 35,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 35,376 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 34,902 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 31,829 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 29,865 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 28,745 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 28,027 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 26,526 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,887 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 24,248 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 24,232 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2006 22,686 miles

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

advise black and silver number plate fitted.

advise silencers fitted are unmarked, benefit of doubt given. advise refit standard system.

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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X97 JFR is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 19,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X97 JFR, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X97 JFR registered?

X97 JFR is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X97 JFR safe to buy?

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