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VU04 FWP

2004 Kawasaki VN1500

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,424 mi
Last recorded37,424 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN150013,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 FWP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 37,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 36,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 35,021 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 31,638 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 27,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard Missing at time of test

Fail 1 Mar 2022 27,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard Missing at time of test

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 27,615 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 26,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 26,608 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,159 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,621 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 25,380 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 25,380 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 Jun 2013 25,229 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 24,937 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,013 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 19,396 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 14,423 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 13,666 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 11,447 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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VU04 FWP is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 13,477 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 VU04 FWP, 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 22 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 VU04 FWP registered?

VU04 FWP is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 12 August 2004.

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