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V378 FLM

1999 Kawasaki Ninja

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,477 mi
Last recorded37,477 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki Ninja28,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV378 FLM
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 37,477 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 May 2026 37,477 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 36,469 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 26,341 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 18,907 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 16,957 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 16,393 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 16,393 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 15,140 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 13,712 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 13,684 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 13,381 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ninja?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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V378 FLM is a 1999 Kawasaki Ninja in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,269 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ninja fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V378 FLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ninja typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V378 FLM registered?

V378 FLM is a 1999 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V378 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V378 FLM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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