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EK03 AXU

2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

64,940 mi
Last recorded64,940 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H15,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 AXU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 P1H
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 64,940 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 62,876 miles

Front Wheel hub worn, but not excessively slight rumble from front wheel bearing (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 61,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 59,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 59,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 58,453 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 58,453 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2019 56,204 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 56,204 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 54,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 25,716 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 51,299 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 48,090 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 47,870 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 47,695 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 46,622 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 39,500 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 34,594 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 31,940 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 16,310 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 P1H?

Based on 3,603 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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EK03 AXU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,117 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 P1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK03 AXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 P1H typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 P1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK03 AXU registered?

EK03 AXU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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