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SP09 XYT

2009 Kawasaki VN900

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,435 mi
Last recorded35,435 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki VN90011,479 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 XYT
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN900
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 35,435 miles

rear tyres heavily cracking on sidewall - close to cords

Pass 10 Mar 2025 28,924 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 28,393 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 28,070 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 26,988 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 26,982 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 25,789 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre @ 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

panniers poorly mounted and weak in strength

Pass 2 Sep 2017 25,706 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 25,572 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 24,963 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 23,246 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 23,218 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 18,815 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 14,559 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 14,559 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,952 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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SP09 XYT is a 2009 Kawasaki VN900 in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki VN900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 11,479 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 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 SP09 XYT, 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 17 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 SP09 XYT registered?

SP09 XYT is a 2009 Kawasaki VN900, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is SP09 XYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP09 XYT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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