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R564 MVN

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Purple Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,366 mi
Last recorded17,366 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D219,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR564 MVN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2025 17,366 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 17,346 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 16,257 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 15,160 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 14,289 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 12,368 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 9,419 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 9,417 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 9,414 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 9,406 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 9,360 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 9,355 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 9,335 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 9,324 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 9,275 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 9,272 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 9,224 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 9,093 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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R564 MVN is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Purple with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 19,366 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 R564 MVN, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R564 MVN registered?

R564 MVN is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R564 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R564 MVN shows 18 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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