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P248 PYD

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,799 mi
Last recorded33,799 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP248 PYD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2019 33,799 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 33,747 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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P248 PYD is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 P248 PYD, 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 P248 PYD registered?

P248 PYD is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P248 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P248 PYD shows 2 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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