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EX52 XND

2002 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

19,328 mi
Last recorded19,328 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN150018,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 XND
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 19,328 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 18,163 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 17,199 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 16,836 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 16,233 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 16,232 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working Foot brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 15,967 miles

Headlight beam deflector fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2019 15,776 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 15,515 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 14,734 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 11,724 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 8,685 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 6,500 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 3,535 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 3,484 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 3,406 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 3,398 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 3,398 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 3,380 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2005 3,380 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.3)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

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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EX52 XND is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,809 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 EX52 XND, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EX52 XND registered?

EX52 XND is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is EX52 XND safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 XND shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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