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BU08 FYA

2008 Kawasaki EX250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,485 mi
Last recorded29,485 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki EX25011,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 FYA
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX250
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2023 29,485 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 29,393 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 29,363 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 29,158 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 29,139 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Front tyre out of shape

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,040 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 27,864 miles

rear lower swinging arm and odd components starting to corrode

Fail 29 May 2013 25,369 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 May 2013 25,369 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 21,377 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 11,377 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX250?

Based on 4,872 MOT tests across 532 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
699
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
suspension movement is excessively stiff 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
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BU08 FYA is a 2008 Kawasaki EX250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki EX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 11,355 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 EX250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 FYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki EX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU08 FYA registered?

BU08 FYA is a 2008 Kawasaki EX250, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is BU08 FYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 FYA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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