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GU58 XXV

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs

Green Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

28,931 mi
Last recorded28,931 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs15,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 XXV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 B8F Abs
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 28,931 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 27,906 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 27,906 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake performance unable to be tested locked up (1.2.1 (g))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 27,648 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 15,680 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 15,680 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 7,263 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 6,915 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2018 6,894 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 6,894 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 6,876 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 6,588 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 6,460 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 6,179 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 4,833 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 4,714 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 3,708 miles

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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GU58 XXV is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs in Green with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GU58 XXV, 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 GU58 XXV registered?

GU58 XXV is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs, first registered on 2 September 2008.

Is GU58 XXV safe to buy?

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