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SF08 EHC

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,692 mi
Last recorded24,692 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 EHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 24,692 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 24,411 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 23,411 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 23,251 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 21,877 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 19,699 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 17,966 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 16,135 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 14,125 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 11,943 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 9,286 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 9,286 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 7,122 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 4,875 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 3,423 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 2,158 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 759 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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SF08 EHC 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 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SF08 EHC, 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 SF08 EHC registered?

SF08 EHC is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is SF08 EHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 EHC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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