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Y167 RVS

2001 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

105,585 mi
Last recorded105,585 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN150017,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY167 RVS
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 105,585 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 98,603 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 98,439 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2024 91,805 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 88,102 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2022 83,564 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2021 77,793 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 74,889 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 71,537 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 68,089 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 62,366 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 55,739 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 55,739 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 51,670 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 51,452 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 50,564 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 44,261 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 41,292 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 40,432 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2008 38,563 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 34,053 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 31,666 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (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))

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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Y167 RVS is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y167 RVS, 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 Y167 RVS registered?

Y167 RVS is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is Y167 RVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y167 RVS 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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