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K60 GSC

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

7,974 mi
Last recorded7,974 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK60 GSC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 7,974 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 6,887 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 6,887 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 6,887 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 6,860 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 6,857 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 6,832 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 6,832 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 6,778 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 6,776 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 6,763 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 6,763 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 6,741 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 6,497 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 6,243 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 5,900 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 4,990 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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K60 GSC is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K60 GSC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K60 GSC?

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What year was K60 GSC registered?

K60 GSC is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is K60 GSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K60 GSC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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