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R807 UBP

1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

Blue Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

4,488 mi
Last recorded4,488 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR807 UBP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 4,488 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 4,459 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 4,399 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 4,278 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 4,186 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 4,015 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 3,973 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 3,802 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 3,750 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 3,750 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 3,564 miles

Rear tyre perished

Pass 19 Apr 2010 3,365 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 2,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2007 2,707 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2006 2,364 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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R807 UBP is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in Blue with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R807 UBP, 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 R807 UBP registered?

R807 UBP is a 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R807 UBP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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