MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,374 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?
Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KIG 5031 is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.
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 KIG 5031, 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 KIG 5031 registered?
KIG 5031 is a 2004 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 15 September 2004.
Is KIG 5031 safe to buy?
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