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RJ08 VAX

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,821 mi
Last recorded28,821 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 VAX
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 28,821 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 28,497 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 28,497 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 27,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Dec 2023 27,456 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy very notchy operating steering when sat on bike (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 26,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 24,520 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 23,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 21,552 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 19,833 miles

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

exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 24 May 2017 17,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2016 12,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 2,867 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 2,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 2,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2013 2,744 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 2,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 May 2012 2,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Fail 31 May 2011 2,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 31 May 2011 2,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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RJ08 VAX is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RJ08 VAX, 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 RJ08 VAX registered?

RJ08 VAX is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is RJ08 VAX safe to buy?

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