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FG08 XGC

2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic

Blue Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

29,537 mi
Last recorded29,537 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic11,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 XGC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVn 900 B8F Classic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 29,537 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 29,108 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 29,108 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 28,981 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 28,981 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 28,641 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 28,444 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 27,675 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 26,590 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 26,590 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal insecure bolt loose (3.1.2a)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 25,222 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 25,221 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

registration light not working

Pass 22 Jan 2015 23,890 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 23,346 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 19,326 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 13,115 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic?

Based on 2,709 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
762
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
Registration plate deteriorated 5
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FG08 XGC is a 2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic in Blue with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 11,639 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 900 B8F Classic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG08 XGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FG08 XGC is a 2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic, first registered on 12 April 2008.

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