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AE08 AYL

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Red Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,220 mi
Last recorded14,220 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 AYL
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 14,220 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 13,743 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 13,593 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 12,990 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 12,638 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 12,637 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 11,059 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 7,171 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 6,160 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 4,780 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 3,102 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 2,341 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2011 2,158 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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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AE08 AYL is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Red with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AE08 AYL, 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

How do I check the history of AE08 AYL?

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What year was AE08 AYL registered?

AE08 AYL is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is AE08 AYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 AYL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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