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N12 STR

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Maroon Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,944 mi
Last recorded15,944 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 STR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2025 15,944 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 15,616 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 15,423 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 15,342 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 15,138 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 15,092 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 14,510 miles

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

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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N12 STR is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 in Maroon with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N12 STR, 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 N12 STR registered?

N12 STR is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is N12 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N12 STR shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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