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BX08 EFN

2008 Kawasaki ZR1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,972 mi
Last recorded17,972 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZR100012,319 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 EFN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 17,972 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 17,930 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 17,895 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 17,879 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 17,852 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 17,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 14,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 12,291 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 11,248 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 10,033 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 8,716 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 8,716 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 7,040 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,871 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR1000?

Based on 2,262 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
702
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp aim too high 4
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BX08 EFN is a 2008 Kawasaki ZR1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 12,319 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX08 EFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX08 EFN registered?

BX08 EFN is a 2008 Kawasaki ZR1000, first registered on 15 March 2008.

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