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KW02 MCC

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,578 mi
Last recorded17,578 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW02 MCC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 17,578 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 18,178 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 17,428 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 16,170 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 14,656 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 10,995 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 6,832 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 3,666 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 3,592 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 3,524 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 3,462 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 3,452 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 3,347 miles
Fail 3 May 2011

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Mieage not displayed on digital odometer

Pass 3 May 2011

Mieage not displayed on digital odometer

Pass 30 Apr 2010 3,147 miles

none standard exhaust fitted to bike

Pass 12 May 2009 2,961 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 2,597 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 2,497 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 May 2006 1,791 miles

masking kit fitted to h/light horizontal pattern

none standard pipes fitted

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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KW02 MCC is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KW02 MCC, 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 KW02 MCC registered?

KW02 MCC is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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