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FP03 WVS

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,278 mi
Last recorded37,278 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 WVS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 37,278 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 34,162 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 34,162 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on side light (1.1.3a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released rer pedal is not returning (1.3.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 30,843 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 18,434 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 17,708 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 16,577 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 14,876 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 13,432 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 11,850 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 9,478 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 7,618 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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FP03 WVS is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FP03 WVS, 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 FP03 WVS registered?

FP03 WVS is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 17 June 2003.

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The MOT history for FP03 WVS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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