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GL08 VZM

2008 Kawasaki Er 650 A8F

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,957 mi
Last recorded28,957 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Er 650 A8F12,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 VZM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 650 A8F
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 28,957 miles

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

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 28,480 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 28,422 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 28,390 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 27,928 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 27,928 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 27,785 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 27,635 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 27,635 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 27,577 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 27,285 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 26,520 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 25,930 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 25,930 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 24,265 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 15,570 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 9,260 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 3,490 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 650 A8F?

Based on 1,487 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Drive chain excessively loose 10
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Horn not working 6
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GL08 VZM is a 2008 Kawasaki Er 650 A8F in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Er 650 A8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 12,587 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 Er 650 A8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 VZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 650 A8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Er 650 A8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL08 VZM registered?

GL08 VZM is a 2008 Kawasaki Er 650 A8F, first registered on 11 June 2008.

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