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PL08 CVX

2008 Kawasaki ER6

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,028 mi
Last recorded20,028 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ER614,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 CVX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 20,028 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 May 2025 19,872 miles

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned wheel alignment slightly out, and steering misaligned slightly with front wheel (2.4 (a))

clutch lever operation has play, recommend adjustment

front and rear tyre pressures low, re-inflated for test

Pass 26 Apr 2024 19,821 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 19,813 miles

Front Position lamp not working dip beam (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 19,417 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 17,176 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 15,811 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 15,247 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 12,933 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 12,925 miles

Headlamp aim not tested no dip beam (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering steering misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 11,970 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 11,266 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 11,157 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 11,146 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Jun 2011 10,995 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Non-obligatory number plate illumination lamp inoperative.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER6?

Based on 28,470 MOT tests across 2,580 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
Drive chain excessively loose 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 91
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PL08 CVX is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ER6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL08 CVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER6 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ER6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL08 CVX registered?

PL08 CVX is a 2008 Kawasaki ER6, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is PL08 CVX safe to buy?

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