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N268 XEG

1996 Kawasaki Vn

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,488 mi
Last recorded15,488 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Vn15,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN268 XEG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVn
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 15,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 15,127 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 14,387 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 14,383 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 14,279 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 12,836 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front mudgaurd not fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2012 12,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 11,661 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 11,497 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2008 10,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 10,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 9,918 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 8,801 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vn?

Based on 6,380 MOT tests across 845 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
744
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
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N268 XEG is a 1996 Kawasaki Vn in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Vn models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 15,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Vn fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N268 XEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vn typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Vn is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N268 XEG registered?

N268 XEG is a 1996 Kawasaki Vn, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N268 XEG safe to buy?

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