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V491 KPU

1999 Kawasaki Ninja

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,344 mi
Last recorded65,344 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki Ninja28,269 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV491 KPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 65,344 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 64,711 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 63,869 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 63,583 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 62,374 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 61,065 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 57,063 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 57,047 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 55,242 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 54,223 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 52,200 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 52,200 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 50,639 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 43,878 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 39,027 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 37,750 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 36,694 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 36,694 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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V491 KPU is a 1999 Kawasaki Ninja in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V491 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.

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What year was V491 KPU registered?

V491 KPU is a 1999 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V491 KPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V491 KPU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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