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P401 JFS

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

43,558 mi
Last recorded43,558 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP401 JFS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 43,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 42,783 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 42,775 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 41,901 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 41,028 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 40,451 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 39,912 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 39,102 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Aug 2017 39,102 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 37,425 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2016 37,425 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 37,006 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 36,369 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 36,369 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 35,409 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 34,893 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 33,204 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 32,017 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 32,017 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 30,127 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 30,127 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 27,092 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 25,230 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 23,003 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 23,003 miles

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.

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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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.

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