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FM03 PVN

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Purple Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,268 mi
Last recorded27,268 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 PVN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 27,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 27,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 26,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 16 Apr 2022 26,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 26,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 26,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

slight bind to front brake

Pass 14 Aug 2018 25,000 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 21,815 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 20,796 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 18,745 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 17,183 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 15,259 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 12,900 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,942 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 8,525 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 7,444 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 6,139 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 4,022 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 3,760 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 3,697 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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FM03 PVN is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Purple with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FM03 PVN, 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 FM03 PVN registered?

FM03 PVN is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is FM03 PVN safe to buy?

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