MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,277 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear brake is binding slightly
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
number plate is cracked
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
rear brake is binding slightly
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F?
Based on 1,465 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GL08 HWM is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F in Green with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 GL08 HWM, 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 GL08 HWM registered?
GL08 HWM is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F, first registered on 28 June 2008.
Is GL08 HWM safe to buy?
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