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M321 GOV

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,261 mi
Last recorded25,261 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM321 GOV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 25,261 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 25,048 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 24,590 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 21,817 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2022 21,817 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 18,269 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 18,269 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 17,330 miles

clutch lever pivot bolt loose

Pass 1 Jul 2019 16,924 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 15,053 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 11,784 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 11,380 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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M321 GOV is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M321 GOV, 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.

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What year was M321 GOV registered?

M321 GOV is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is M321 GOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M321 GOV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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