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KL52 LPP

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Maroon Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,226 mi
Last recorded32,226 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 LPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 32,226 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 32,226 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 32,154 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 32,135 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 32,133 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 32,016 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 31,993 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 31,441 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 31,252 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 31,076 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 30,532 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 30,509 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 6 May 2014 29,327 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 27,093 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 24,931 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 22,646 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 17,345 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 15,649 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

battery weak

Pass 7 Jun 2006 13,723 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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KL52 LPP is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Maroon with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 KL52 LPP, 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 KL52 LPP registered?

KL52 LPP is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is KL52 LPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL52 LPP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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