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GN53 NUU

2003 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,407 mi
Last recorded42,407 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN160019,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 NUU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 42,407 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT 1.43MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 42,388 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements REGISTRATION PLATE TOO SMALL (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT 1.43MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 41,289 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 41,289 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 39,396 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 39,319 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 38,228 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 35,795 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2015 30,697 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 23,007 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 22,968 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 16,044 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 15,360 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011
Pass 24 Apr 2010 10,579 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 7,280 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 5,567 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 2,001 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?

Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 10
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GN53 NUU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 19,754 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 VN1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 NUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN53 NUU registered?

GN53 NUU is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is GN53 NUU safe to buy?

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