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HF04 GZU

2004 Kawasaki VN1500

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,594 mi
Last recorded26,594 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN150013,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 GZU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 26,594 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 25,001 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 24,942 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 24,549 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 23,695 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 22,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 19,539 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 17,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear number plate cracked

Pass 10 Aug 2016 17,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear number plate cracked

Fail 10 Aug 2016 17,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear number plate cracked

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 16,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 16,029 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 12,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 11,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn replaced by a siren (1.7.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 11,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 7,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 6,387 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 5,565 miles

custom exhaust fitted

motif on front mudguard

Pass 10 Jul 2008 4,472 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 2,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HF04 GZU is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF04 GZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF04 GZU registered?

HF04 GZU is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 16 April 2004.

Is HF04 GZU safe to buy?

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