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X485 JHG

2001 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

37,990 mi
Last recorded37,990 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN150017,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX485 JHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 37,990 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 37,601 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 36,731 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 36,266 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 35,175 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 35,171 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 35,165 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 35,157 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 35,157 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 35,066 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 35,059 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 34,985 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,377 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 28,045 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 25,138 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 23,251 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 20,381 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 18,055 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 16,023 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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X485 JHG is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 X485 JHG, 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 X485 JHG registered?

X485 JHG is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X485 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X485 JHG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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