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WA53 EXT

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

62,713 mi
Last recorded62,713 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 EXT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 62,713 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 62,010 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 60,228 miles

Exhaust slightly loose mount damaged (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 60,228 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose mount damaged (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 58,204 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2019 53,879 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 51,862 miles

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 23 May 2018 51,862 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2017 48,861 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 May 2016 43,690 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 37,051 miles

number plate bracket broken

Fail 17 Apr 2015 37,045 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

number plate bracket broken

Pass 30 Apr 2014 35,062 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 33,399 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 29,994 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 26,721 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 21,102 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 16,043 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 9,718 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 4,134 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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WA53 EXT is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 14,797 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 WA53 EXT, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA53 EXT registered?

WA53 EXT is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is WA53 EXT safe to buy?

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