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HC53 HLD

2003 Kawasaki VN1600

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,978 mi
Last recorded9,978 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN160019,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC53 HLD
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 9,978 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 9,978 miles

Front Stop lamp not working front brake light switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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HC53 HLD is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HC53 HLD, 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.

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What year was HC53 HLD registered?

HC53 HLD is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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The MOT history for HC53 HLD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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