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T266 FOW

1999 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

14,284 mi
Last recorded14,284 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki VN150019,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT266 FOW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 14,284 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 14,271 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 14,264 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 14,230 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 14,177 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 14,169 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 14,096 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 14,042 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 13,995 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 13,969 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 12,925 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 12,816 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 11,474 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 11,444 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration characters slightly smaller than correct height.

Pass 21 Apr 2012 11,444 miles

Registration characters slightly smaller than correct height.

Fail 27 Apr 2011 11,416 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,416 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2010 11,405 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 9,646 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,303 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 9,158 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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T266 FOW 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 90.5%.

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 T266 FOW, 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 T266 FOW registered?

T266 FOW is a 1999 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 19 June 1999.

Is T266 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T266 FOW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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