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B20 BUU

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

21,570 mi
Last recorded21,570 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 BUU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 21,570 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 21,396 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 18,596 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 18,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 18,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 13,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 2 Nov 2019 13,873 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 13,646 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 12,838 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 12,210 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 8,677 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 8,348 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 8,110 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 7,615 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 6,486 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 5,420 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
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B20 BUU is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B20 BUU, 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

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What year was B20 BUU registered?

B20 BUU is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 1 December 2008.

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The MOT history for B20 BUU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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