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W131 YGJ

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,662 mi
Last recorded11,662 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW131 YGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 11,662 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 11,662 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2015 11,651 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 11,557 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 11,305 miles

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

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

front brake rubbing slightly

Pass 26 Jun 2012 10,932 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 10,706 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 10,076 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 9,813 miles

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

front and rear brakes slighty rubbing

Pass 23 Jul 2008 9,654 miles

front and rear brake slighty rubbing

front tyre slighty cracking and perishing on side walls

Pass 24 Jul 2007 9,572 miles

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

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

rear brake slighty rubbing

Pass 21 Jul 2006 8,690 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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W131 YGJ is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 19,816 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 W131 YGJ, 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 26 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 W131 YGJ registered?

W131 YGJ is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W131 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W131 YGJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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