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V98 JDW

1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

White Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

8,539 mi
Last recorded8,539 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV98 JDW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 8,539 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 8,528 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 8,344 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 8,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 7,862 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 7,694 miles

non standard control levers fitted

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2018 7,544 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 6,649 miles

Nearside Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective Shifter lever needs tightning. ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre worn to it's limit, change soon. (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2016 5,143 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 4,975 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 4,782 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 4,244 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 3,614 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 2,616 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 1,747 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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V98 JDW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 18,372 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 V98 JDW, 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 27 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 V98 JDW registered?

V98 JDW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 11 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V98 JDW 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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