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N218 DJO

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

4,992 mi
Last recorded4,992 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN218 DJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 4,992 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2024 4,594 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 3,991 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 3,109 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 3,085 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2019 2,927 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 2,861 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 2,846 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 2,842 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 2,839 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 2,830 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 2,819 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 2,803 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 2,736 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 2,377 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 2,362 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 2,249 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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N218 DJO is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 N218 DJO, 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 N218 DJO registered?

N218 DJO is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N218 DJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N218 DJO 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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