Kawasaki Vn1500
MotorcycleFrom 528 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a lamp missing or inoperative and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, caused 9 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 9 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 7 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 4 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 4 |
| a rider’s seat missing or insecure | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 7.7% of Vn1500 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £47.
Typical mileage
Half of all Vn1500s tested had between 15,910 and 38,620 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,389 median miles, the Vn1500 has 0.071 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Vn1500 MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Vn1500 has a 82% MOT pass rate based on 528 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Vn1500?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Vn1500 is number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing or inoperative.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Vn1500 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Vn1500 is 25,389 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,910 and 38,620 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.