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GN53 LTU

2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,622 mi
Last recorded20,622 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H15,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 LTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 P1H
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 20,622 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 24 Nov 2014 19,900 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 18,163 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 18,163 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2008 16,468 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 16,455 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 15,985 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 15,138 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 P1H?

Based on 3,603 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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GN53 LTU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,117 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 P1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 LTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 P1H typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 P1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN53 LTU registered?

GN53 LTU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is GN53 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 LTU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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