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R222 TTW

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

39,947 mi
Last recorded39,947 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR222 TTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 39,947 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 38,616 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 38,616 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 38,565 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 29,353 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2022 29,353 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 16,248 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 15,792 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 15,267 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2017 14,970 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 14,517 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 13,989 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 13,614 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 13,076 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 12,468 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 11,717 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 10,946 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 10,254 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 9,884 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 9,884 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 9,047 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 6,853 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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R222 TTW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R222 TTW, 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 R222 TTW registered?

R222 TTW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is R222 TTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R222 TTW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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