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Y178 CJT

2001 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,254 mi
Last recorded23,254 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN150017,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY178 CJT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2026 23,254 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 23,015 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 20,799 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 18,858 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 17,745 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 17,368 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 16,477 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 15,062 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 13,800 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 10,627 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 10,627 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 5,397 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 4,840 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 4,840 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 4,686 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 4,686 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 4,307 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 4,307 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 4,275 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 3,757 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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Y178 CJT is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 Y178 CJT, 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 Y178 CJT registered?

Y178 CJT is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 14 June 2001.

Is Y178 CJT safe to buy?

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