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P686 HOC

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,644 mi
Last recorded13,644 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP686 HOC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2012 13,644 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 13,530 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 13,166 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 12,678 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 11,437 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 9,570 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 8,091 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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P686 HOC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 18,374 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 P686 HOC, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P686 HOC registered?

P686 HOC is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 25 January 1997.

Is P686 HOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P686 HOC shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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