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V63 DNF

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

26,224 mi
Last recorded26,224 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV63 DNF
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,471cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 26,224 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 26,224 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 23,653 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 20,881 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 18,569 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 15,386 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 23 Jun 2020 13,734 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 13,305 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 13,305 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 13,143 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 12,948 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 12,685 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 12,593 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 12,506 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 12,354 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 12,155 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 11,857 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 11,526 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 11,270 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?

Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 128
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 52
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V63 DNF is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 19,331 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V63 DNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V63 DNF registered?

V63 DNF is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 26 October 1999.

Is V63 DNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V63 DNF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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