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L226 XTC

1994 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,728 mi
Last recorded25,728 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki VN150021,145 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL226 XTC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 25,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 25,153 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 24,770 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2021 24,770 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 24,592 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 23,198 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 20,985 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,693 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 13,891 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 13,179 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 9,299 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 8,603 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 8,119 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 6,930 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 6,422 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 4,632 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 3,298 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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L226 XTC is a 1994 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 21,145 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L226 XTC, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L226 XTC?

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What year was L226 XTC registered?

L226 XTC is a 1994 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L226 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L226 XTC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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