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EU08 DXK

2008 Kawasaki KLR650

Black Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,188 mi
Last recorded25,188 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki KLR65011,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 DXK
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 25,188 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 24,502 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 23,519 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 23,131 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

clutch operation stiff

Pass 5 Jun 2018 22,398 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 21,708 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

no. plate lamp inop

Pass 8 Apr 2016 14,738 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 14,738 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 12,774 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 12,326 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 9,738 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 9,437 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 9,419 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLR650?

Based on 3,761 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
569
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Headlamp aim too low 25
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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EU08 DXK is a 2008 Kawasaki KLR650 in Black with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 11,200 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 KLR650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU08 DXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EU08 DXK registered?

EU08 DXK is a 2008 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EU08 DXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 DXK 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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