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GV08 YXJ

2008 Kawasaki VN900

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

10,396 mi
Last recorded10,396 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN90011,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 YXJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN900
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 10,396 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 9,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 8,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 8,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly Cable adjustment (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 7,622 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 6,195 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 4,948 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 4,922 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 4,749 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 4,736 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 4,719 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 4,547 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 3,998 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 2,943 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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GV08 YXJ is a 2008 Kawasaki VN900 in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV08 YXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV08 YXJ registered?

GV08 YXJ is a 2008 Kawasaki VN900, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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