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W61 YNK

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Maroon Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,727 mi
Last recorded69,727 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW61 YNK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 69,727 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 64,534 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 57,090 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 50,226 miles

Offside Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 43,050 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 25 Apr 2008 34,628 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 26,019 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Apr 2007 25,972 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 16,466 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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W61 YNK is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Maroon with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 W61 YNK, 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 W61 YNK registered?

W61 YNK is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 27 June 2000.

Is W61 YNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W61 YNK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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