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DK53 ZGT

2003 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

14,545 mi
Last recorded14,545 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN160019,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 ZGT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 14,545 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 14,540 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 14,411 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 14,019 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 13,140 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 11,710 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 10,213 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 8,884 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 7,951 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 7,664 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 7,664 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 6,790 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 6,087 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 5,752 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 5,472 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 4,340 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 4,176 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 888 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 535 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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DK53 ZGT is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DK53 ZGT, 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 DK53 ZGT registered?

DK53 ZGT is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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