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N79 UOV

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,446 mi
Last recorded16,446 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN79 UOV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2025 16,446 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 16,105 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 16,039 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 16,027 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 14,842 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 13,385 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 12,698 miles

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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N79 UOV is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N79 UOV, 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 N79 UOV registered?

N79 UOV is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N79 UOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N79 UOV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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