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WR08 OKV

2008 Kawasaki EX250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,913 mi
Last recorded30,913 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki EX25011,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 OKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,913 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 27,506 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 27,495 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear suspension movment slightly stiff

Fail 8 Jun 2011 25,882 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 25,882 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX250?

Based on 4,872 MOT tests across 532 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
699
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
suspension movement is excessively stiff 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
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WR08 OKV is a 2008 Kawasaki EX250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki EX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 11,355 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 EX250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WR08 OKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki EX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WR08 OKV registered?

WR08 OKV is a 2008 Kawasaki EX250, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is WR08 OKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 OKV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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