Model report · 2005–2025
KAWASAKI VN 2000 A6F
2053cc
Petrol
Class 2
84.6%
first-time pass rate
7.7%
failed outright
17,929
median miles at test
91
MOT tests, 2005–2025
What fails on a VN 2000 A6F
failure defects by component group · advisories excluded
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| tyres and wheels |
|
4 | 36.4 |
| lamps and reflectors |
|
3 | 27.3 |
| brakes |
|
1 | 9.1 |
| lighting and signalling |
|
1 | 9.1 |
| steering and suspension |
|
1 | 9.1 |
| structure and attachments |
|
1 | 9.1 |
Defects recorded against failed normal tests, 2005–2025, grouped by DVSA inspection section. One test can record multiple defects.
How rivals compare
same type, similar capacity, high test volume
On first-time pass rate the VN 2000 A6F beats 0 of its 4 closest rivals (KAWASAKI VN1500, HONDA GL1500, HONDA F6C).
KAWASAKI
VN1500
85.5% pass · 9,190 tests
HONDA
GL1500
86.5% pass · 9,175 tests
HONDA
F6C
90.4% pass · 9,153 tests
HONDA
GL1500SE
88.7% pass · 7,764 tests
Rivals share this bike's type and sit within ±30% of its engine capacity, ≥ 5,000 tests. Card colour = better/worse first-time pass rate than the VN 2000 A6F.