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ER53 HOL

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,533 mi
Last recorded4,533 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationER53 HOL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 4,533 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 4,509 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 48,340 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 4,429 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 4,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 4,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2012 3,935 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 3,583 miles

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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ER53 HOL is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ER53 HOL, 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 ER53 HOL registered?

ER53 HOL is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is ER53 HOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ER53 HOL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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