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Y181 XBV

2001 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,512 mi
Last recorded33,512 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN150017,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY181 XBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 33,512 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 33,512 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2015 33,512 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 33,512 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 33,512 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 33,512 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 25,018 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 12,164 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 11,350 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 10,667 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 9,913 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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Y181 XBV is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 Y181 XBV, 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.

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What year was Y181 XBV registered?

Y181 XBV is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y181 XBV shows 11 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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