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P640 VFA

1997 Kawasaki Vulcan

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,928 mi
Last recorded30,928 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP640 VFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 30,928 miles
Fail 9 May 2026 30,928 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 30,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 May 2022 28,331 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 28,331 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 25,602 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 24,588 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 23,240 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,240 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 22,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 21,697 miles

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

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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P640 VFA is a 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P640 VFA, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P640 VFA registered?

P640 VFA is a 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P640 VFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P640 VFA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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