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MV08 BUO

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A8F

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,202 mi
Last recorded4,202 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A8F14,949 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 BUO
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 A8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 4,202 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 4,197 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

slight rusting on rear swing arm

Pass 18 May 2023 4,137 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 3,933 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 3,767 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 3,489 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 3,489 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2019 3,129 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 10,007 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 9,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 8,543 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 8,543 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 May 2015 7,819 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 7,117 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 6,481 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 6,058 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 5,163 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2011 5,163 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 650 A8F?

Based on 4,000 MOT tests across 372 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
372
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 16
Drive chain excessively loose 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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MV08 BUO is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A8F in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 14,949 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 A8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV08 BUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 650 A8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 650 A8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV08 BUO registered?

MV08 BUO is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A8F, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is MV08 BUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 BUO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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