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GJ08 FHS

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs

Green Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

24,486 mi
Last recorded24,486 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs15,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 FHS
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 B8F Abs
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 24,486 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 24,190 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2020 24,173 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 22,797 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 22,797 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2017 20,139 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber upper bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Oct 2015 17,218 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 16,064 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 14,970 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 14,970 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 13,732 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 11,966 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 11,966 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs?

Based on 1,199 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
909
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
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GJ08 FHS is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs in Green with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 15,852 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 650 B8F Abs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ08 FHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ08 FHS registered?

GJ08 FHS is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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