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BA55 ZZR

2008 Kawasaki Zzr

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,889 mi
Last recorded30,889 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zzr17,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA55 ZZR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 30,889 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 30,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 30,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 30,459 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 30,278 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 29,940 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 29,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 27,992 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles are fitted. (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2017 26,831 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2016 26,140 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 25,366 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 23,616 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 21,738 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 16,985 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 13,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr?

Based on 6,151 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
813
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
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BA55 ZZR is a 2008 Kawasaki Zzr in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.7% with a typical mileage of 17,764 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 Zzr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BA55 ZZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BA55 ZZR registered?

BA55 ZZR is a 2008 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 24 May 2008.

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