MOT Status
ValidMileage
20,865 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
headlamp converter fitted
Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?
Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CN53 GKA is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 CN53 GKA, 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.
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What year was CN53 GKA registered?
CN53 GKA is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 11 November 2003.
Is CN53 GKA safe to buy?
The MOT history for CN53 GKA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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