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SL02 EEA

2002 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,979 mi
Last recorded32,979 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN150018,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 EEA
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 32,979 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 32,569 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 32,569 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 31,919 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 30,954 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2017 30,914 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2015 28,802 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2015 28,801 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies with front lever (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 26,629 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 22,458 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 19,143 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 15,360 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 13,793 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 10,106 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 8,290 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 7,506 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 6,589 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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SL02 EEA is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,809 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 SL02 EEA, 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 24 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 SL02 EEA registered?

SL02 EEA is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 17 May 2002.

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