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DS53 OSB

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Maroon Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

15,225 mi
Last recorded15,225 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 OSB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 15,225 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 10,643 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 9,459 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 9,379 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 8,091 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 7,216 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 6,941 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 6,863 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 6,580 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 6,195 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 5,703 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 5,602 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2012 5,556 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2012 5,556 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 3,502 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 1,119 miles

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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DS53 OSB is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Maroon with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DS53 OSB, 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 DS53 OSB registered?

DS53 OSB is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DS53 OSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 OSB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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