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V111 SOO

2002 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

15,559 mi
Last recorded15,559 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN150018,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV111 SOO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 15,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 15,486 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 15,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 15,056 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 14,947 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 14,491 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 19 May 2018 14,225 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 13,648 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 12,211 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 10,566 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2014 10,566 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2013 9,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 8,776 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 May 2010 7,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 May 2009 6,658 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2008 5,254 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 4,563 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 4,102 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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V111 SOO is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 V111 SOO, 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.

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What year was V111 SOO registered?

V111 SOO is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is V111 SOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V111 SOO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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