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PL08 ZXC

2008 Kawasaki VN900

Black Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,163 mi
Last recorded16,163 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN90011,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 ZXC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN900
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 16,163 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 14,907 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 14,712 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 14,223 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 12,802 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 11,769 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 10,614 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 8,993 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 8,643 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 8,246 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 8,055 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 8,000 miles

Number plate size not recommended.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 7,451 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 5,199 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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PL08 ZXC is a 2008 Kawasaki VN900 in Black with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PL08 ZXC, 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 PL08 ZXC registered?

PL08 ZXC is a 2008 Kawasaki VN900, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is PL08 ZXC safe to buy?

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