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X778 NBT

2000 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,296 mi
Last recorded51,296 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki VN150019,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX778 NBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 51,296 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 50,797 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 49,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 48,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 3 May 2023 48,200 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 35,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 29,155 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 24,875 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 21,984 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 21,460 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 20,975 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 19,971 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 18,279 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 14,930 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 14,235 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 14,067 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 13,693 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 12,447 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 11,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2008 11,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 9,765 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 8,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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X778 NBT is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X778 NBT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X778 NBT registered?

X778 NBT is a 2000 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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The MOT history for X778 NBT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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