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AV08 XBO

2008 Kawasaki Vn

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

63,250 mi
Last recorded63,250 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Vn11,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 XBO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVn
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 63,250 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 61,070 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 57,355 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 53,660 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 50,303 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 45,270 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 45,270 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 42,730 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 40,945 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 35,155 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 16 Jun 2016 35,155 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2015 28,723 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 28,723 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 24 Jun 2014 23,680 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 23,680 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 18,236 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 18,236 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 5 May 2012 16,109 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 12,450 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vn?

Based on 6,380 MOT tests across 845 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
744
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
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AV08 XBO is a 2008 Kawasaki Vn in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Vn models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 11,374 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Vn fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 XBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vn typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Vn is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV08 XBO registered?

AV08 XBO is a 2008 Kawasaki Vn, first registered on 21 May 2008.

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