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P585 GNV

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,241 mi
Last recorded32,241 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP585 GNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 32,241 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 32,241 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 28,369 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 22,957 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 20,611 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 18,922 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 15,732 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 15,732 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 15,458 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 15,253 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 15,005 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,666 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 14,419 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 14,415 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 13,912 miles

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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P585 GNV is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P585 GNV, 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 P585 GNV registered?

P585 GNV is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P585 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P585 GNV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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