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W57 AAY

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,091 mi
Last recorded26,091 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW57 AAY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 26,091 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 16,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 25,541 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 25,406 miles

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

Rear tyre showing age related cracking

Pass 7 Jun 2014 23,465 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 23,465 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 20,421 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 19,068 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 15,608 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 12,302 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 12,180 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 11,997 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 10,310 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 10,016 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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W57 AAY is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 W57 AAY, 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 W57 AAY registered?

W57 AAY is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W57 AAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W57 AAY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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