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W889 HBV

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,857 mi
Last recorded63,857 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW889 HBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 63,857 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 63,432 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 63,065 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 59,768 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 57,638 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 54,836 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 51,890 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 47,938 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm remaining (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2015 45,334 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 37,530 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 37,530 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 34,393 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 30,076 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2010 25,927 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 22,436 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 15,928 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 6,577 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 6,577 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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W889 HBV is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 W889 HBV, 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 W889 HBV registered?

W889 HBV is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 9 June 2000.

Is W889 HBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W889 HBV shows 18 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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