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X116 MSP

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Blue Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

32,457 mi
Last recorded32,457 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX116 MSP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 32,457 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2022 32,418 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 32,214 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 32,214 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 32,135 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 28,174 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 27,420 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 24,560 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 23,224 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 20,016 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 18,605 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 18,605 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 17,980 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Jun 2006 14,754 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 14,754 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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X116 MSP is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Blue with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X116 MSP, 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.

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What year was X116 MSP registered?

X116 MSP is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X116 MSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X116 MSP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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