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PF51 LXV

2001 Kawasaki VN1500

Maroon Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,663 mi
Last recorded30,663 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN150017,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF51 LXV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 30,663 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 29,795 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 28,496 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 28,496 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 27,004 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 23,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 23,729 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 23,496 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 23,156 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 21,753 miles

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

rear mudguard bracket bolt missing

Fail 10 Jul 2013 20,721 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

slight damage to headlamp bowl

Pass 10 Jul 2013 20,721 miles

slight damage to headlamp bowl

Pass 14 Jul 2012 9,498 miles

FRONT TYRE HAS SIDEWALL CRACKING

REAR MUDGUARD FRAME BOLT MISSING

Pass 13 Jul 2011 7,243 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 7,221 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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PF51 LXV is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 in Maroon with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 17,974 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 PF51 LXV, 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 25 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 PF51 LXV registered?

PF51 LXV is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is PF51 LXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF51 LXV 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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