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HB04 BEL

2004 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,403 mi
Last recorded45,403 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN150013,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHB04 BEL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 45,403 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 43,233 miles

Central Front front lever, fully functional but has slight bend

Central Front very slight notch in steering at end of movement

Pass 15 Dec 2023 41,245 miles

Central All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute flash rate a little high/ due to led indicator (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 40,192 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 38,851 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 37,456 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 34,029 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 33,477 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 33,477 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 31,303 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 29,195 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 27,830 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 26,808 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 24,171 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 17,445 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 13,267 miles
Pass 25 May 2009 11,638 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 9,818 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 9,147 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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HB04 BEL is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HB04 BEL, 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.

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What year was HB04 BEL registered?

HB04 BEL is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is HB04 BEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HB04 BEL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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