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T160 HCW

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,136 mi
Last recorded24,136 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT160 HCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 24,136 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2026 24,112 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 23,588 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 23,144 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 23,061 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 23,022 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 21,780 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 21,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 21,508 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 21,295 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Jun 2012 20,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 20,309 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 20,044 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,619 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 19,058 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 11,790 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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T160 HCW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500 in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 T160 HCW, 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 T160 HCW registered?

T160 HCW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T160 HCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T160 HCW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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