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M9 FUB

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,632 mi
Last recorded42,632 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM9 FUB
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 42,632 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 39,131 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 37,661 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 36,572 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 36,572 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 35,872 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 35,872 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 33,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 31,024 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 26,641 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 24,294 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 May 2013 23,995 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 21,344 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 19,331 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2010 15,894 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 15,893 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 12,740 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 12,740 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 May 2008 12,209 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 11,307 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 8,998 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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M9 FUB is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M9 FUB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M9 FUB registered?

M9 FUB is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 16 June 1999.

Is M9 FUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M9 FUB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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