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WR08 WFV

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,028 mi
Last recorded34,028 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 WFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 34,028 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2025 33,369 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 32,477 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 32,100 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 31,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 31,092 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 30,304 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 27,886 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 23,598 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 23,592 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 19,260 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 11,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 May 2016 11,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 22 May 2015 9,091 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2014 6,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 4,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 3,254 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 2,947 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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WR08 WFV is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 WR08 WFV, 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 WR08 WFV registered?

WR08 WFV is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is WR08 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 WFV shows 18 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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