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YJ08 XEX

2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F

Green Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,027 mi
Last recorded37,027 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F9,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 XEX
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 250 K8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 37,027 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 34,931 miles

Central Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2018 34,931 miles

Central Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 31,268 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 26,348 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 26,343 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 26,336 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 2,596 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 25,448 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 19,385 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 19,381 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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YJ08 XEX is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F in Green with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YJ08 XEX, 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.

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What year was YJ08 XEX registered?

YJ08 XEX is a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 250 K8F, first registered on 21 May 2008.

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