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DS52 XFU

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Blue Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,305 mi
Last recorded36,305 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 XFU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 36,305 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 36,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 36,199 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 36,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 35,872 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 35,024 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 33,283 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 30,455 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 27,071 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 25,536 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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DS52 XFU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Blue with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DS52 XFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS52 XFU registered?

DS52 XFU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DS52 XFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 XFU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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