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L510 XTC

1993 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,963 mi
Last recorded24,963 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki VN150021,690 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL510 XTC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 24,963 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 24,953 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 24,942 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 24,939 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 24,868 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 May 2010 24,558 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 24,556 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 29 May 2009 24,061 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 23,634 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 23,238 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 22,882 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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L510 XTC is a 1993 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 L510 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 33 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 L510 XTC?

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What year was L510 XTC registered?

L510 XTC is a 1993 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L510 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L510 XTC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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