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YK08 FBO

2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F

Green Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,892 mi
Last recorded22,892 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F9,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 FBO
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 250 K8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 22,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2012 11,622 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 9,175 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 9,174 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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YK08 FBO is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F in Green with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK08 FBO, 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 YK08 FBO registered?

YK08 FBO is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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