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T139 FCW

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,834 mi
Last recorded44,834 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT139 FCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 44,834 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 44,817 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 34,689 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 32,017 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,097 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 36,480 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 36,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 36,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 34,159 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 32,670 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 28,323 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 21,128 miles

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

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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T139 FCW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T139 FCW, 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 T139 FCW registered?

T139 FCW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 19 May 1999.

Is T139 FCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T139 FCW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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