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BX08 EFD

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

18,324 mi
Last recorded18,324 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 EFD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 18,324 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 17,295 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 16,359 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 15,128 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 14,164 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 13,319 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2020 13,319 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 12,895 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 12,895 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 11,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 11,034 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Number plate light inop

Pass light inop

Fail 31 Mar 2017 11,031 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain adjuster (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Number plate light inop

Pass light inop

Pass 14 Mar 2016 11,014 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 11,014 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 10,836 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 10,836 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 9,975 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 8,567 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 8,567 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 8,049 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 7,019 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 7,019 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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BX08 EFD is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 12,052 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX08 EFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BX08 EFD registered?

BX08 EFD is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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