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Y402 KCW

2001 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,777 mi
Last recorded48,777 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki VN150017,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY402 KCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 48,777 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 48,075 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 46,581 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 44,698 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 44,115 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 43,966 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 43,937 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2017 43,702 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 43,460 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 42,807 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 39,520 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 36,750 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2009 32,689 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 26,976 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 25,163 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 25,163 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2006 22,820 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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Y402 KCW is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y402 KCW, 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 Y402 KCW registered?

Y402 KCW is a 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 11 July 2001.

Is Y402 KCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y402 KCW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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