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K506 FFS

1993 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,519 mi
Last recorded28,519 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki VN150021,690 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK506 FFS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 28,519 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at rear swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame at head stock (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 28,508 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator not working not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect incorrect colour (0.1 (c))

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at rear swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame at head stock (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 28,496 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 28,142 miles

no rear foot pegs fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Jul 2020 26,466 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 25,583 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 24,515 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 22,861 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy end cans (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 21,156 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 19,969 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 19,335 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 19,275 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front mudguard securing bolt broken

Pass 13 Jun 2013 18,094 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 17,208 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 14,922 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight bind on rear brake

Fail 21 May 2011 14,908 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight bind on rear brake

Pass 21 May 2010 14,127 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 12,865 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 11,183 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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K506 FFS is a 1993 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 21,690 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 K506 FFS, 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 33 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K506 FFS is a 1993 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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