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BU08 FYO

2008 Kawasaki ZX-10

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,080 mi
Last recorded25,080 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZX-1013,197 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 FYO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 25,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 25,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 24,928 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 24,756 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 24,752 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2020 24,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 21,950 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 21,950 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 21,125 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 21,125 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 19,536 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 11,745 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 7,481 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 6,974 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 5,573 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 5,322 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 4,154 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?

Based on 7,640 MOT tests across 1,044 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 167
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 138
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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BU08 FYO is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 13,197 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-10 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 167 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 FYO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU08 FYO registered?

BU08 FYO is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is BU08 FYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 FYO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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