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L436 GOV

1994 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,973 mi
Last recorded26,973 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki VN150021,145 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL436 GOV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 26,973 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 26,562 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 25,564 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 25,548 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 25,280 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 24,090 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 24,080 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 24,046 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 23,975 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 23,913 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 23,857 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 23,663 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 23,303 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 23,266 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 23,041 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 22,097 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 21,411 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 21,411 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 21,294 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 20,937 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 19,527 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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L436 GOV is a 1994 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 L436 GOV, 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

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What year was L436 GOV registered?

L436 GOV is a 1994 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 3 May 1994.

Is L436 GOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L436 GOV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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