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AE53 VXX

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,140 mi
Last recorded18,140 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 VXX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 18,140 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 16,838 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 14,208 miles

rear tyre tread starting to perish

Pass 23 Sep 2011 12,016 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 9,433 miles

rear tyre on limit

Pass 25 Sep 2009 7,554 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 7,554 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 4,944 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 4,944 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 3,949 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 3,249 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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AE53 VXX is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 14,797 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 AE53 VXX, 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 23 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 AE53 VXX registered?

AE53 VXX is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is AE53 VXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 VXX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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