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GL08 HEU

2008 Kawasaki VN900

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

16,796 mi
Last recorded16,796 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN90011,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 HEU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN900
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2022 16,796 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 16,755 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 16,688 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 16,577 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 16,577 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 16,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Oct 2017 16,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 Oct 2016 13,094 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 9,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 19 Oct 2015 9,470 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 8,882 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 12,323 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 6,075 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN900?

Based on 4,354 MOT tests across 379 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
747
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
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GL08 HEU is a 2008 Kawasaki VN900 in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki VN900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 11,640 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 VN900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 HEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN900 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki VN900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL08 HEU registered?

GL08 HEU is a 2008 Kawasaki VN900, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is GL08 HEU safe to buy?

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