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KE03 HYX

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

34,811 mi
Last recorded34,811 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 HYX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 34,811 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 34,258 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 32,933 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 31,760 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 29,204 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 27,800 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 25,911 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 23,082 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 20,943 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 May 2016 20,936 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 17,463 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 17,446 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2014 13,677 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2013 13,006 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2012 12,186 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2011 11,136 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 10,421 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 8,863 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2008 5,539 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2007 1,338 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 973 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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KE03 HYX is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 14,797 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 KE03 HYX, 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 23 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 KE03 HYX registered?

KE03 HYX is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is KE03 HYX safe to buy?

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