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YX08 SFZ

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A7F

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,319 mi
Last recorded26,319 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A7F12,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 SFZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 A7F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 26,319 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2023 26,254 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 25,910 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 25,072 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 25,066 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil very slight (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 24,136 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 20,381 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 16,379 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake light switch slightly out of adjustment

Pass 2 Feb 2013 8,494 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 5,049 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 5,049 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 4,041 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 4,019 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 650 A7F?

Based on 4,612 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
901
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
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YX08 SFZ is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A7F in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A7F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 12,908 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 650 A7F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX08 SFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 650 A7F typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 650 A7F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX08 SFZ registered?

YX08 SFZ is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 A7F, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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