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P15 VNC

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,985 mi
Last recorded31,985 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2012
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP15 VNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2012 31,985 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 31,985 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 31,926 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 31,627 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 31,462 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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P15 VNC is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P15 VNC, 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 P15 VNC registered?

P15 VNC is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P15 VNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P15 VNC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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