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P385 YPD

1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

Orange Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

30,124 mi
Last recorded30,124 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D124,505 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP385 YPD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 30,124 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 29,977 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 29,824 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 29,660 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 29,355 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 28,832 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 28,431 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 28,004 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 27,276 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 26,565 miles

Rear I would advise rear indicators be spaced further apart from current positionindicators

Fail 13 Sep 2017 26,565 miles

Rear I would advise rear indicators be spaced further apart from current positionindicators

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear Registration plate incorrect This vehicle has two number plates fitted. one black and white, one incorrect size in colour (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 26,185 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 25,551 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 24,774 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 24,774 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 23,523 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 23,523 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2012 21,312 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 21,312 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 19,096 miles

LED rear light unit

Pass 6 Mar 2010 18,232 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 16,701 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 14,547 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 12,705 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 11,323 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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P385 YPD is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 in Orange with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 P385 YPD, 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

How do I check the history of P385 YPD?

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What year was P385 YPD registered?

P385 YPD is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P385 YPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P385 YPD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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