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WX08 CYL

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,309 mi
Last recorded31,309 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 CYL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 31,309 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 30,906 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 30,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2022 28,598 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 27,925 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 25,660 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 23,210 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 23,210 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2016 20,797 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 20,619 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,364 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 17,411 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 17,411 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 14,824 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 12,212 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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WX08 CYL is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WX08 CYL, 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 WX08 CYL registered?

WX08 CYL is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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