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YX04 BZB

2004 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,740 mi
Last recorded22,740 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki VN150013,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX04 BZB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 22,740 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 22,132 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 20,750 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,218 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 17,304 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 16,521 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 16,521 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 16,040 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 15,761 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 15,695 miles

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

Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 23 Feb 2009 14,370 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 12,766 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2007 8,224 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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YX04 BZB is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 13,477 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YX04 BZB, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YX04 BZB registered?

YX04 BZB is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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