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GP08 FTV

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,844 mi
Last recorded21,844 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs15,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 FTV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 B8F Abs
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 21,844 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 21,601 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 21,279 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper bush on rear shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 20,352 miles

handlebar slightly deformed

Pass 24 Oct 2020 20,334 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 20,247 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,943 miles

front forks slightly corroded

steering bearings slightly notchy

Pass 7 Jun 2017 18,519 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handlebars slightly bent

silencer clamp broken

Pass 13 Feb 2016 18,330 miles

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 17,931 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 13,343 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 5,514 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 4,105 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 3,679 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

silencer clamp corroded

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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GP08 FTV is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GP08 FTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP08 FTV registered?

GP08 FTV is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs, first registered on 14 June 2008.

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