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P483 TCW

1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

Maroon Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,279 mi
Last recorded43,279 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D124,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP483 TCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 43,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2022 43,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 May 2022 43,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 42,877 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 42,634 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2018 42,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 40,930 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 May 2017 40,930 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 40,016 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 37,796 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 May 2013 37,294 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 37,141 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 37,134 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2010 36,621 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 36,621 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 33,528 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 33,011 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 31,976 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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P483 TCW is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 in Maroon with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P483 TCW, 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 P483 TCW registered?

P483 TCW is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 18 September 1996.

Is P483 TCW safe to buy?

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