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V489 KPU

1999 Kawasaki Ninja

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,634 mi
Last recorded27,634 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki Ninja28,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV489 KPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 27,634 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 27,113 miles

Nearside Front direction indicator wiring defective

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 26,912 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 26,408 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 26,402 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 26,164 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 25,798 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 25,674 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 250,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 24 May 2007 24,354 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 May 2007 24,354 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 21,958 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 21,958 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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V489 KPU is a 1999 Kawasaki Ninja in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V489 KPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V489 KPU registered?

V489 KPU is a 1999 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 27 September 1999.

Is V489 KPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V489 KPU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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