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GF08 VZC

2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,809 mi
Last recorded28,809 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F9,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 VZC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 250 K8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 28,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2015 28,809 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 23,530 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 23,010 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Sep 2013 22,997 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 20,414 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 20,414 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F?

Based on 1,465 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
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GF08 VZC is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 9,438 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 Ex 250 K8F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF08 VZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF08 VZC registered?

GF08 VZC is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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The MOT history for GF08 VZC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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