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Y69 AUT

2001 Kawasaki Vulcan

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

34,418 mi
Last recorded34,418 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki Vulcan16,436 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY69 AUT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 34,418 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 33,692 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 32,160 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 30,779 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 30,227 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 30,076 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 27,900 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 27,890 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 20,836 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 15,122 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 13,335 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 10,710 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 7,925 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 7,882 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 7,689 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 6,788 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 6,749 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 6,703 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 6,503 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 6,503 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 6,461 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vulcan?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
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Y69 AUT is a 2001 Kawasaki Vulcan in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki Vulcan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 16,436 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Vulcan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y69 AUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vulcan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y69 AUT registered?

Y69 AUT is a 2001 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Y69 AUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y69 AUT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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