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GY08 LRF

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,906 mi
Last recorded36,906 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs15,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 LRF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 B8F Abs
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 36,906 miles

Gear lever bent

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 30,290 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort fluctuation on front brake roller test just met requirements (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Inner Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy head bearings but not in excess (centre position) (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on multiple locations over frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top rear shock bush has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 Feb 2024 30,262 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Upper Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar both clutch and throttle grips loose to bar and throttle tube (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort fluctuation on front brake roller test just met requirements (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Inner Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy head bearings but not in excess (centre position) (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on multiple locations over frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top rear shock bush has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 26,710 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 18,586 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2022 18,371 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 12,755 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 12,755 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 3,314 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 3,291 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2018 3,291 miles

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

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 3,284 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 3,281 miles

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

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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GY08 LRF is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GY08 LRF, 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.

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GY08 LRF is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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