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N13 DPB

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,331 mi
Last recorded13,331 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN13 DPB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 13,331 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2024 13,331 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 13,309 miles

Front windscreen mounts exposed

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 13,208 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 11,788 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 11,192 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 10,611 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 10,000 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 9,680 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 9,410 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 9,366 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 9,254 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 9,134 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 8,870 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 8,487 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 8,081 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 8,062 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 8,019 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2005 8,019 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

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

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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N13 DPB is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 N13 DPB, 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.

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What year was N13 DPB registered?

N13 DPB is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is N13 DPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N13 DPB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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