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DS53 OPH

2004 Kawasaki Vulcan

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

50,199 mi
Last recorded50,199 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 OPH
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2024 50,199 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 46,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 44,258 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 40,520 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 37,162 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 36,290 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 32,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 32,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2016 23,551 miles

Front Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2015 16,635 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 16,488 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 15,395 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 13,363 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 11,586 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 11,208 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vulcan?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
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DS53 OPH is a 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Vulcan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS53 OPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vulcan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS53 OPH registered?

DS53 OPH is a 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is DS53 OPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 OPH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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