Kawasaki Vn1600
MotorcycleFrom 333 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a footrest missing or insecure and excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. The top issue, a stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, caused 5 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 4 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| brake fluid below minimum mark | 2 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 21.2% of Vn1600 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £65.
Typical mileage
Half of all Vn1600s tested had between 16,129 and 28,440 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,970 median miles, the Vn1600 has 0.059 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Vn1600 MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Vn1600 has a 86.5% MOT pass rate based on 333 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Vn1600?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Vn1600 is a stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a footrest missing or insecure.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Vn1600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Vn1600 is 22,970 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,129 and 28,440 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.