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FA52 ZBW

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,375 mi
Last recorded41,375 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 ZBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 41,375 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 41,034 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 40,131 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 39,205 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 38,145 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 37,507 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 30,442 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 30,404 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 30,332 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 29,846 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 24,175 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2012 20,133 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 15,740 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 15,731 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 8,658 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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FA52 ZBW is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FA52 ZBW, 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 FA52 ZBW registered?

FA52 ZBW is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FA52 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 ZBW 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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