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F9 LJC

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,767 mi
Last recorded22,767 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF9 LJC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 22,767 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 21,754 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 21,671 miles

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

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Unable to safely lift vehicle to carry out full inspection

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Not working from rear brake control (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 20,647 miles

Central Lower Wiring to regulator/rectifier chafed

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 19,384 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 19,145 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 16,006 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 14,779 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 12,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 8,543 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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F9 LJC is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F9 LJC, 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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F9 LJC is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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