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P857 TGU

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,886 mi
Last recorded24,886 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP857 TGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 24,886 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 7 May 2016 16,846 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 24,862 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 24,857 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 24,686 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 24,619 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 24,619 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 24,494 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 22,806 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 20,782 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 20,366 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 20 May 2006 20,104 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 20 May 2006 20,104 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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P857 TGU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P857 TGU, 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 P857 TGU registered?

P857 TGU is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P857 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P857 TGU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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