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WF08 WVU

2008 Kawasaki EX250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

16,177 mi
Last recorded16,177 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki EX25011,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 WVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX250
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 16,177 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Sep 2025 16,173 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 15,354 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2024 15,354 miles

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2022 15,336 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 Apr 2022 15,326 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 13,825 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 13,158 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 12,470 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 12,470 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 12,316 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 11,251 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 10,923 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 10,914 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 9,413 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 6,655 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 6,655 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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WF08 WVU is a 2008 Kawasaki EX250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 WF08 WVU, 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 WF08 WVU registered?

WF08 WVU is a 2008 Kawasaki EX250, first registered on 26 April 2008.

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