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L54 FEL

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,070 mi
Last recorded14,070 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL54 FEL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 14,070 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

oil leak small amount on rear tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2024 14,004 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2024 14,004 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 13,370 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 13,347 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2020 13,319 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Nov 2016 13,147 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 12,773 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2015 12,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 24 Sep 2015 12,773 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 11,024 miles

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 29 Jul 2014 11,023 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,540 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 10,192 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 8,899 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 8,897 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 8,348 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 8,291 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 8,285 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 8,280 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 8,239 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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L54 FEL is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 L54 FEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L54 FEL registered?

L54 FEL is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is L54 FEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L54 FEL shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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