Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 105 vehicles, the 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs (2008)

105 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.6% first-time pass rate

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs

CarHunch analysed 105 real MOT records for the 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2008 Kawasaki EX 650 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.2%, which is noticeably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes are slightly more prone to test failures than typical. More concerning is that nearly a quarter (23.8%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine safety flag for any prospective buyer.

The median mileage of 14,832 is reasonable for a 16-year-old machine, but the average of 1.6 failures and 6.6 advisories per vehicle tells you these bikes need regular maintenance to stay roadworthy. Before purchasing, request the full MOT history and have an independent mechanic inspect the brakes, lights, and chassis condition—the dangerous defect rate suggests these are the weak points on this model.

We have limited data for the 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

85.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

23.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.6

Over 9.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

15k

Middle half: 11k–22k

For context

These stats describe 105 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 105 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 23.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (97%)	102	85.1%	1.65

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

14,832

typical

10,672

low mileage

21,741

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs vehicles fall between 10,672 and 21,741 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,672 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 10,672–21,741 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abss sit.

⚠ Over 29,350 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abs — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 46% of 2008 Kawasaki Ex 650 B8f Abss are still active.

Numbers are declining — 32 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (46% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.6

Avg failures per vehicle

6.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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