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P318 EOK

1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,529 mi
Last recorded53,529 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D124,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP318 EOK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 53,529 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 53,447 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 53,262 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 50,664 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 50,644 miles

Front Brake component inadequately mounted brake pad shim loose. (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2018 47,308 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 44,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 May 2016 38,373 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 May 2016 38,373 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 12 May 2015 37,729 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 37,729 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 36,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 May 2013 34,974 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 32,848 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 30,682 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 29,972 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 29,257 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 26,291 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 24,902 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 23,716 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D1?

Based on 1,085 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
725
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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P318 EOK is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 24,505 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 D1 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P318 EOK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 D1 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P318 EOK registered?

P318 EOK is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 3 August 1996.

Is P318 EOK safe to buy?

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