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WA58 DKF

2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,454 mi
Last recorded16,454 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F9,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA58 DKF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 250 K8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 16,454 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2024 16,447 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 15,843 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear suspension slightly stiff

Fail 8 Jun 2023 15,943 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 22 Apr 2022 13,830 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 13,396 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 11,303 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 7,287 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2017 7,093 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 5,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front tyre sidewalls perished .

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 3,872 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 3,540 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 3,467 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 3,076 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 2,650 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 2,650 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F?

Based on 1,465 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
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WA58 DKF is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 9,438 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA58 DKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA58 DKF registered?

WA58 DKF is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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