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HJ08 UED

2008 Kawasaki Kle

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,348 mi
Last recorded76,348 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Kle16,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 UED
MakeKawasaki
ModelKle
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 76,348 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Coolant leak

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

Fail 13 May 2026 76,346 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Coolant leak

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

Pass 6 May 2025 92,932 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2025 92,932 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 70,095 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 67,480 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 65,100 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 10 May 2021 62,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 May 2021 62,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 May 2020 52,363 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 41,904 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 38,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 31,109 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2017 31,108 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 May 2016 26,202 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

centre exhaust clamp broken

Pass 1 May 2015 23,116 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 20,150 miles

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

number plate light inop

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 15 May 2013 16,869 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 14 May 2013 16,865 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 12,792 miles

nearside handlebar grip slightly loose

number plate light not working

offside rear foot rest mount bolt missing

Pass 8 Mar 2011 9,536 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Kle?

Based on 7,587 MOT tests across 1,026 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
1,210
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
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HJ08 UED is a 2008 Kawasaki Kle in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Kle models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 16,543 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 Kle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ08 UED, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Kle typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Kle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HJ08 UED is a 2008 Kawasaki Kle, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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