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DX54 WCY

2004 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,366 mi
Last recorded21,366 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN150013,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 WCY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 21,366 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 11,534 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 11,530 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect LED BULB FITTED (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 7,540 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 7,536 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 7,536 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 7,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2022 7,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 5,024 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 5,002 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 4,980 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 4,903 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 4,903 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 4,311 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,777 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 3,492 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 3,257 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 2,388 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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DX54 WCY is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 13,477 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 DX54 WCY, 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 22 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 DX54 WCY registered?

DX54 WCY is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 15 October 2004.

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