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OE02 VNA

2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

55,102 mi
Last recorded55,102 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H15,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE02 VNA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 P1H
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 55,102 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp mask/diverter fitted

Fail 14 Apr 2025 54,704 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect R/h dip headlamp (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 48,456 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

gear lever loose.

Fail 16 Apr 2024 48,449 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

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

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

gear lever loose.

Pass 6 Apr 2023 42,724 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 39,726 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 36,914 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 35,233 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2019 35,233 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 31,783 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 30,336 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 27,153 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 26,744 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 25,960 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 23,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 22,696 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 22,472 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 20,303 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 19,412 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 18,311 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 16,387 miles

Fuel tank forward mountings not holding tank correctly.

Pass 20 Apr 2007 14,381 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 11,965 miles

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

Number plate light not opperating

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 P1H?

Based on 3,603 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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OE02 VNA is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 15,824 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 P1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE02 VNA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 P1H typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 P1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OE02 VNA registered?

OE02 VNA is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H, first registered on 19 July 2002.

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