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GL08 XLC

2008 Kawasaki ER6

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

21,624 mi
Last recorded21,624 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ER614,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 XLC
MakeKawasaki
ModelER6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 21,624 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 21,624 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2022
Pass 20 Aug 2021 16,161 miles

Rear rear tyre worn

chain rusty and dry

front pads low inners

registration plate mounted offset, slight obscure os indicator

Fail 20 Aug 2021

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced incorrect no pattern (4.1.4 (a))

Rear rear tyre worn

chain rusty and dry

front pads low inners

registration plate mounted offset, slight obscure os indicator

Pass 20 Mar 2020
Fail 20 Mar 2020

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 7,814 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 7,803 miles

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

front tyre perished

Pass 5 Jul 2014

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

O/S Engine/frame bolt missing

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 5 Jul 2014

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

O/S Engine/frame bolt missing

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 7,266 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 7,023 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 6,648 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER6?

Based on 28,470 MOT tests across 2,580 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
Drive chain excessively loose 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 91
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GL08 XLC is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ER6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,860 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 ER6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 XLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER6 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ER6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL08 XLC registered?

GL08 XLC is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is GL08 XLC safe to buy?

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