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P744 XBV

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

14,945 mi
Last recorded14,945 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D121,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP744 XBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 14,945 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 14,454 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 13,971 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 13,517 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 12,183 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 10,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 10,556 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 9,084 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 9,073 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 9,073 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 9,084 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 9,074 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 8,737 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 8,639 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 7,494 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 May 2011 7,494 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 6,591 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 5,381 miles

cracks in between tread

Pass 17 Aug 2007 51,174 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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P744 XBV is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 21,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P744 XBV, 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 29 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 P744 XBV registered?

P744 XBV is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 18 April 1997.

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The MOT history for P744 XBV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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