MOT Status
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43,412 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
brake pedal has some travel
brake pipe cover worn at rear caliper
exhaust hits rear brake caliper
Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Rear fender insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
drive shaft boot split
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
drive shaft boot split
Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?
Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VU02 YCM is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.
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 VU02 YCM, 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 VU02 YCM registered?
VU02 YCM is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 12 June 2002.
Is VU02 YCM safe to buy?
The MOT history for VU02 YCM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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