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DS55 LDV

2006 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,223 mi
Last recorded43,223 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS55 LDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 43,223 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 43,151 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 41,793 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 40,546 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 39,660 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 38,253 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?

Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 128
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 52
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DS55 LDV is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS55 LDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 20 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS55 LDV registered?

DS55 LDV is a 2006 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is DS55 LDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS55 LDV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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