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HF03 MVN

2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,930 mi
Last recorded23,930 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H15,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 MVN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 P1H
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 23,930 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 23,930 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2025 22,827 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 May 2025 22,827 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 21,127 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 21,122 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 21,120 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil oil on disc brake (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 May 2016 20,505 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 20,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 May 2014 20,178 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2013 19,039 miles
Pass 6 May 2012 17,334 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 14,195 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 13,060 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 11,702 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 11,428 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 11,102 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 10,371 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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HF03 MVN is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HF03 MVN, 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 HF03 MVN registered?

HF03 MVN is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is HF03 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 MVN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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