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BW52 TOV

2003 Kawasaki VN1600

Maroon Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

10,317 mi
Last recorded10,317 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN160019,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW52 TOV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 10,317 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2025 9,635 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 8,854 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 7,719 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 7,200 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 6,598 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 6,277 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 6,104 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 6,104 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 5,475 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 3,888 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?

Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 10
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BW52 TOV is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 in Maroon with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 19,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BW52 TOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW52 TOV registered?

BW52 TOV is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is BW52 TOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW52 TOV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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