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WX03 JXY

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,915 mi
Last recorded51,915 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 JXY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 51,915 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 49,263 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2016 48,008 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 45,972 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 53,315 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 52,553 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 51,323 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 50,012 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 46,286 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 40,834 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 34,255 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 24,585 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

riders seat front catch not properly located

Pass 18 Apr 2006 24,585 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

riders seat front catch not properly located

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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WX03 JXY is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WX03 JXY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX03 JXY registered?

WX03 JXY is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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The MOT history for WX03 JXY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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