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FX08 ECF

2008 Kawasaki Kle

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

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Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Kle16,543 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 ECF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026

Coolant leak

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Mar 2023

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2023

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 15,725 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 15,389 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 15,389 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front clutch lever not operating properly cable corrosion / damage ?

Pass 30 Jul 2019 14,670 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Right side. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 12,839 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 12,839 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 11,849 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Apr 2016

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 10,056 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 25 Sep 2014 10,056 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Sep 2013 9,119 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 7,389 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 7,046 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Kle?

Based on 7,587 MOT tests across 1,026 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
1,210
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
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FX08 ECF is a 2008 Kawasaki Kle in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Kle models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 16,543 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 Kle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX08 ECF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Kle typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Kle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX08 ECF registered?

FX08 ECF is a 2008 Kawasaki Kle, first registered on 2 April 2008.

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