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BF52 PKV

2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,750 mi
Last recorded15,750 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H15,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 PKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 P1H
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 15,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 14,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 12,545 miles

Exhaust noisy BAFFLES FITTED AT TEST (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jul 2023 12,545 miles

Exhaust noisy BAFFLES FITTED AT TEST (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 11,542 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 11,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 11,247 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 10,994 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 10,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 May 2018 10,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 10,272 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 10,061 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 9,821 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012
Pass 25 Jun 2011 9,462 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 9,145 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 8,601 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 7,283 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,169 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 P1H?

Based on 3,603 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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BF52 PKV is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 15,824 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 P1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF52 PKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 P1H typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 P1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF52 PKV registered?

BF52 PKV is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is BF52 PKV safe to buy?

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