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K40 STR

1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D2

White Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,706 mi
Last recorded11,706 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D218,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK40 STR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D2
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 11,706 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 11,708 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 11,569 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 11,286 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 11,257 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 11,085 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 10,747 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 10,405 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 10,152 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 10,073 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 9,892 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 9,152 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 8,580 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 7,772 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D2?

Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
590
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
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K40 STR is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 18,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 D2 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K40 STR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 D2 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K40 STR registered?

K40 STR is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 D2, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is K40 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K40 STR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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