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P83 VWL

1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

White Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,048 mi
Last recorded22,048 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D124,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP83 VWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 22,048 miles

Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 22,048 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 21,904 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 21,518 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 21,062 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 20,536 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2016 18,961 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2015 18,001 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 17,170 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2013 16,444 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 15,632 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 14,662 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 13,454 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 12,755 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 11,886 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 11,320 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 10,738 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 10,124 miles

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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P83 VWL is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 24,505 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P83 VWL, 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 30 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 P83 VWL registered?

P83 VWL is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P83 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P83 VWL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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