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SL02 BKE

2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H

Black Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,754 mi
Last recorded12,754 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H15,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 BKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 P1H
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 12,754 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 12,188 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 11,051 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 10,884 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 10,884 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 10,542 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 9,482 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 9,287 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 9,221 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 9,100 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 8,735 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 8,721 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 8,717 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 8,278 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 5,658 miles

exhaust close to noise limit

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 P1H?

Based on 3,603 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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SL02 BKE is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H in Black with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 15,824 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 P1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL02 BKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 P1H typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 P1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL02 BKE registered?

SL02 BKE is a 2002 Kawasaki VN1500 P1H, first registered on 7 May 2002.

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The MOT history for SL02 BKE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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