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AE08 AKU

2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,885 mi
Last recorded19,885 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZZR140018,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 AKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1400
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 19,885 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 16,470 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 15,133 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 13,519 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 12,027 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 11,510 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 11,009 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 9,341 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 9,290 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 8,932 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 6,793 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 6,023 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 5,377 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 4,495 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 3,546 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR1400?

Based on 6,313 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,178
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Headlamp aim too low 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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AE08 AKU is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400 in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 18,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR1400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 AKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 AKU registered?

AE08 AKU is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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