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FNZ 8714

2004 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,211 mi
Last recorded20,211 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN150013,477 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNZ 8714
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 20,211 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 19,069 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 19,031 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 18,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 18,640 miles

Front Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 18,593 miles

Headlamp mask deflector tape fitted.

Pass 11 Sep 2015 18,528 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 18,471 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 18,418 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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FNZ 8714 is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FNZ 8714, 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 FNZ 8714 registered?

FNZ 8714 is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is FNZ 8714 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNZ 8714 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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