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MC52 WHF

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Maroon Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,263 mi
Last recorded15,263 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC52 WHF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 15,263 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 15,259 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 14,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 14,023 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 14,023 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2018 13,026 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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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MC52 WHF is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Maroon with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MC52 WHF, 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 MC52 WHF registered?

MC52 WHF is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is MC52 WHF safe to buy?

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