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SW08 MTU

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,805 mi
Last recorded14,805 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs15,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 MTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 B8F Abs
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 14,805 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight Chain has stiff link in it. (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 14,463 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable Slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 14,254 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 13,204 miles

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose silencer clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

rear brake lever bent

Pass 5 Aug 2021 12,601 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2021 12,601 miles

Offside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 12,062 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 11,553 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 10,108 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 9,074 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 8,523 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 8,131 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 4,575 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 840 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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SW08 MTU is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SW08 MTU, 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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What year was SW08 MTU registered?

SW08 MTU is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8F Abs, first registered on 9 August 2008.

Is SW08 MTU safe to buy?

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