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SP08 BSO

2008 Kawasaki VN1600

Black Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,417 mi
Last recorded8,417 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki VN160011,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 BSO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2022 8,417 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 8,390 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 8,316 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 8,084 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 7,593 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 6,000 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 5,645 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 4,858 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 2,918 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 2,697 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 2,561 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 2,294 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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SP08 BSO is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600 in Black with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP08 BSO, 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.

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What year was SP08 BSO registered?

SP08 BSO is a 2008 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is SP08 BSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 BSO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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