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AW08 KAW

2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,440 mi
Last recorded38,440 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R13,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW08 KAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 38,440 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 35,909 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 31,730 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 31,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 30,693 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 27,450 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 26,290 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 24,369 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 22,446 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 20,766 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 20,759 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 18,378 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 15,592 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 15,587 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 22 Feb 2013 13,677 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 13,677 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 11,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 11,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 10,576 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10R?

Based on 22,031 MOT tests across 2,126 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
903
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 183
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 183
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 98
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 72
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AW08 KAW is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,108 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-10R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AW08 KAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AW08 KAW registered?

AW08 KAW is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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