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V940 DYJ

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,716 mi
Last recorded40,716 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV940 DYJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 40,716 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 40,716 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 40,309 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 40,309 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 39,580 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 39,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 39,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 38,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 38,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 37,794 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 36,801 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 35,312 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 34,595 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 34,137 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 32,925 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 30,500 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 28,587 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 26,668 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 23,634 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 20,113 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 17,093 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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V940 DYJ is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 19,331 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 V940 DYJ, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V940 DYJ registered?

V940 DYJ is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 6 October 1999.

Is V940 DYJ safe to buy?

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