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YS03 ZDE

2003 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,396 mi
Last recorded20,396 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki VN150014,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS03 ZDE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 20,396 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 19,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 19,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 19,294 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 19,217 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 19,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 18,759 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 18,032 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 17,832 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 17,518 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 16,791 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 16,228 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 15,069 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 12,410 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 11,612 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 9,934 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 7,344 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2007 7,344 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 5,130 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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YS03 ZDE is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 14,797 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 YS03 ZDE, 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 23 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 YS03 ZDE registered?

YS03 ZDE is a 2003 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 8 May 2003.

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