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F8 DGJ

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

White Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,074 mi
Last recorded26,074 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF8 DGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 26,074 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 25,921 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 25,921 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 25,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 23,261 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 22,367 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 21,105 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 19,276 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 17,592 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 17,592 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 17,538 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 17,483 miles

FRONT TYRE PERISHED ON SIDEWALL

Pass 9 Oct 2010 17,317 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 16,871 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 16,871 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 16,782 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 16,669 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 16,510 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 15,876 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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F8 DGJ is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,158 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F8 DGJ, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F8 DGJ registered?

F8 DGJ is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is F8 DGJ safe to buy?

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