MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,558 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front brake snatchy - suspect lever needs clean/grease
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?
Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P401 JFS is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.
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 P401 JFS, 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 P401 JFS registered?
P401 JFS is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 August 1996.
Is P401 JFS safe to buy?
The MOT history for P401 JFS shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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