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Y36 HHU

2001 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,316 mi
Last recorded22,316 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN150017,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY36 HHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 22,316 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 19,908 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 18,916 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 18,410 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 15,467 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 15,464 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 14,143 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 13,833 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 12,214 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 12,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 11,600 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 10,588 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 8,865 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 7,408 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 7,408 miles

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

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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Y36 HHU is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y36 HHU, 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

How do I check the history of Y36 HHU?

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What year was Y36 HHU registered?

Y36 HHU is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y36 HHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y36 HHU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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