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DP57 BJY

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,607 mi
Last recorded26,607 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP57 BJY
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 26,607 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 24,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 21,569 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 21,553 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 16,683 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 11,266 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swingarm some play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?

Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 10
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DP57 BJY is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 11,547 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 VN1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DP57 BJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DP57 BJY registered?

DP57 BJY is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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