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K239 BUD

1993 Kawasaki Vulcan

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

25,701 mi
Last recorded25,701 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan22,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK239 BUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 25,701 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 25,418 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 25,418 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 25,044 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 24,632 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 24,037 miles

Rear tyre begining to perish

Pass 19 Jun 2017 23,454 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 23,196 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 22,861 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 22,648 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 22,648 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 22,506 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 22,506 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,331 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 22,086 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 21,793 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 21,516 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 21,516 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 21,277 miles

Rear tyre begining to perish.

Pass 7 Jun 2007 21,046 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 20,572 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vulcan?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
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K239 BUD is a 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 22,541 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 Vulcan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K239 BUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vulcan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K239 BUD registered?

K239 BUD is a 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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The MOT history for K239 BUD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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