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HX08 XAT

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs

Green Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,700 mi
Last recorded30,700 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs15,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 XAT
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 B8F Abs
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 30,700 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 30,537 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 30,219 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 29,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 29,170 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 28,700 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 28,070 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 27,170 miles

Rear foot rest need lubricating

Front battery flat

Pass 23 Dec 2016 25,541 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 25,541 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 12 May 2015 25,430 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2014 24,446 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 24,446 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 17,520 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 10,930 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 8,777 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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HX08 XAT is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs in Green with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HX08 XAT, 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 HX08 XAT registered?

HX08 XAT is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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