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FJ03 JRV

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

18,454 mi
Last recorded18,454 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 JRV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 18,454 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 18,452 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 18,441 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 18,439 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 18,383 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 18,352 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 18,258 miles

winkers flashing a bit fast

Pass 26 Aug 2016 17,990 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 17,903 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 17,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 15,930 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

winker flashing a bit fast

Pass 20 Jul 2012 11,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

winkers flashing slightly fast

Pass 11 Jul 2011 13,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 12,495 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 12,090 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 10,119 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 7,433 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 4,224 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 4,224 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure adversely modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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FJ03 JRV is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 FJ03 JRV, 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.

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What year was FJ03 JRV registered?

FJ03 JRV is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is FJ03 JRV safe to buy?

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