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HF03 VNZ

2003 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

6,392 mi
Last recorded6,392 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN160019,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 VNZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 6,392 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight sideways play in swing arm . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 6,313 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 6,313 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 6,209 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 5,965 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 5,510 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 5,202 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 4,645 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 3,829 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 3,800 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 3,735 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 3,584 miles

advise, small nail in rear tyre.

Pass 27 Jun 2012 3,433 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 3,428 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 3,012 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 2,856 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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HF03 VNZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HF03 VNZ, 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 HF03 VNZ registered?

HF03 VNZ is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is HF03 VNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 VNZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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