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LX08 GDK

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,712 mi
Last recorded35,712 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 GDK
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 35,712 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2026 35,712 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 34,953 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 33,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 33,593 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 33,232 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 32,299 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 31,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 29,605 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 27,168 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 26,455 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 24,979 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 22,457 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 20,751 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 18,974 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 18,974 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2012 17,440 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 May 2011 14,401 miles

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

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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LX08 GDK is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LX08 GDK, 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

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What year was LX08 GDK registered?

LX08 GDK is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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