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GV08 OXW

2008 Kawasaki EX250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,464 mi
Last recorded14,464 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki EX25011,355 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 OXW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 14,464 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2023 14,464 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 12,000 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 11,622 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 10,548 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 9,178 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 7,958 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 7,958 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2011 2,230 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 2,227 miles

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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GV08 OXW is a 2008 Kawasaki EX250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV08 OXW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV08 OXW registered?

GV08 OXW is a 2008 Kawasaki EX250, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is GV08 OXW safe to buy?

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