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2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,809 mi
Last recorded54,809 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX473 VPN
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 54,809 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 52,775 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 51,174 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 47,526 miles

headbearings slightly notchy

Fail 23 Jun 2018 47,479 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticking on (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

headbearings slightly notchy

Pass 3 Jun 2017 44,524 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 40,939 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 38,650 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 35,614 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 23,001 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 21,797 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 19,816 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 19,260 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 17,610 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 16,588 miles

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

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

badges all over handlebar visor reduce visabilty

helmet lock o/s loose

n/s frame cover loose

rear indicator mounting wobbly,fit new rubbers or shim out movement

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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X473 VPN is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 X473 VPN, 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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X473 VPN is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 27 September 2000.

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