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FJ53 TRX

2004 Kawasaki VN1500

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,848 mi
Last recorded11,848 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN150013,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 TRX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 11,848 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 11,538 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 11,451 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 11,258 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 10,981 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 10,981 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 10,582 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 10,239 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 9,857 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 9,743 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2013 9,314 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012 9,056 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 7,779 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 5,582 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 3,409 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 3,205 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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FJ53 TRX is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 FJ53 TRX, 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 FJ53 TRX registered?

FJ53 TRX is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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The MOT history for FJ53 TRX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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