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KE53 LRV

2003 Kawasaki Vulcan

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,407 mi
Last recorded26,407 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 LRV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 26,407 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Hub Slight Oil Leak

Pass 30 Jun 2018 25,973 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 25,009 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2016 24,434 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 24,169 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 24,169 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 22,958 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 20,454 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 20,383 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 19,849 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 19,849 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 18,142 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 15,823 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 14,330 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 9,882 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vulcan?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
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KE53 LRV is a 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Vulcan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE53 LRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vulcan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KE53 LRV registered?

KE53 LRV is a 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is KE53 LRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE53 LRV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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