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VA52 YVR

2002 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,614 mi
Last recorded42,614 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN150018,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 YVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2026 42,614 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 41,562 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 41,381 miles

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

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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VA52 YVR is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VA52 YVR, 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 VA52 YVR registered?

VA52 YVR is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is VA52 YVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA52 YVR shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VA52 YVR have outstanding finance?

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