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W961 EOP

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,917 mi
Last recorded11,917 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW961 EOP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 11,917 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 11,810 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 11,724 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 15,258 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 11,446 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 11,011 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 11,011 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 10,557 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 102,729 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 9,698 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 87,400 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 87,400 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 7,457 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 5,036 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 3,605 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 2,847 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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W961 EOP is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W961 EOP, 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 W961 EOP registered?

W961 EOP is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 26 July 2000.

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The MOT history for W961 EOP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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