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AXZ 661

2002 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,555 mi
Last recorded20,555 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN150018,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAXZ 661
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 20,555 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 18,493 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 17,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 17,254 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect beam image kick to the off side (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 16,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 16,427 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 16,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 16,278 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 16,090 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 14,978 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 10,322 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 8,751 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 7,343 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 4,988 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 3,643 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2008 3,643 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 3,014 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 9,522 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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AXZ 661 is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AXZ 661, 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 24 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 AXZ 661 registered?

AXZ 661 is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is AXZ 661 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AXZ 661 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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