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P97 TUB

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,933 mi
Last recorded20,933 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D121,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP97 TUB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 May 2023 20,933 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 20,708 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 20,658 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 20,529 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2008 20,363 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 20,052 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 119,653 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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P97 TUB is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 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 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 P97 TUB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P97 TUB registered?

P97 TUB is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P97 TUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P97 TUB 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.

Does P97 TUB have outstanding finance?

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