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FM08 AYP

2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic

Black Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

20,144 mi
Last recorded20,144 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic11,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 AYP
MakeKawasaki
ModelVn 900 B8F Classic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 20,144 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Mar 2025 20,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Mar 2025 20,094 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Mar 2024 20,062 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2024 20,062 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 20,042 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 19,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 18,090 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 19,078 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Apr 2019 19,078 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 16,818 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 16,818 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 16,372 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 14,243 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 14,243 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 12,619 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 12,085 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 10,691 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 6,776 miles

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

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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FM08 AYP is a 2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic in Black with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FM08 AYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM08 AYP registered?

FM08 AYP is a 2008 Kawasaki Vn 900 B8F Classic, first registered on 12 July 2008.

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The MOT history for FM08 AYP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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