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R981 MTL

1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,496 mi
Last recorded3,496 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR981 MTL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2012 3,496 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 3,442 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 3,413 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 3,296 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 3,101 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 3,101 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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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R981 MTL is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R981 MTL, 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 28 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 R981 MTL registered?

R981 MTL is a 1998 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R981 MTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R981 MTL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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