CarVerify

Free Car Check

AE08 CHL

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Black Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

37,702 mi
Last recorded37,702 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 CHL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 37,702 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 37,702 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2025 35,014 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 32,284 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 5 Jan 2024 32,284 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 29,386 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 27,487 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 27,471 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 26,584 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 23,412 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 23,412 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 18,529 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 13,837 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 9,964 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 9,964 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 9,220 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 6,541 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 1,924 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 1,895 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 512 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
512
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Full Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AE08 CHL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 13,946 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 Zx 1000 E8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 CHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE08 CHL?

You can check the full history of AE08 CHL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AE08 CHL registered?

AE08 CHL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is AE08 CHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 CHL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE08 CHL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AE08 CHL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.