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AU08 BKJ

2008 Kawasaki BN125A7

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

12,520 mi
Last recorded12,520 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki BN125A75,787 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 BKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A7
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 12,520 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 10,132 miles

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

Nearside Front fork seal slightly leaking

Pass 8 Jun 2023 8,203 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy head stock bearings slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 8,203 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing foot brake rubber missing. (1.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Handlebar excessively deformed handle bars bent. (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy head stock bearings slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 6,430 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 5,444 miles

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

Front tyre perishing

Pass 28 May 2020 5,053 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 5,053 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 5,051 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 5,050 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 4,920 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 4,493 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 4,493 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 28 May 2012 4,294 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2012 4,294 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 3,500 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 3,500 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A7?

Based on 1,246 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
579
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 11
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AU08 BKJ is a 2008 Kawasaki BN125A7 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki BN125A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 5,787 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 BN125A7 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 BKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 BKJ registered?

AU08 BKJ is a 2008 Kawasaki BN125A7, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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The MOT history for AU08 BKJ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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