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WA51 EHM

2001 Kawasaki VN1500

Orange Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,021 mi
Last recorded17,021 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN150017,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 EHM
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 17,021 miles
Fail 3 May 2025 17,021 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 May 2022 16,778 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 16,228 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 16,075 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 14,915 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 13,813 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 13,807 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 13,753 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 12,972 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 12,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2010 12,318 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 11,272 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 11,272 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 9,920 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 8,738 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 8,227 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 7,409 miles

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

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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WA51 EHM is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 in Orange with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 17,974 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 WA51 EHM, 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 25 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 WA51 EHM registered?

WA51 EHM is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is WA51 EHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 EHM 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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