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W49 PFB

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

50,049 mi
Last recorded50,049 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW49 PFB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 50,049 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 49,951 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 49,585 miles

Both rear view mirrors missing

Fail 18 Jul 2019 49,585 miles

Both rear view mirrors missing

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 48,892 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 48,275 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 46,872 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 43,455 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 43,075 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 42,613 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 10 May 2012 42,613 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 41,269 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 40,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 34,874 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 32,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2007 24,468 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 20,472 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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W49 PFB is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 W49 PFB, 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.

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What year was W49 PFB registered?

W49 PFB is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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