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BX08 VGO

2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,260 mi
Last recorded25,260 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R13,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 VGO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 25,260 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 23,884 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2023 23,856 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 23,393 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 21,203 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 20,304 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No number plate light fitted at time of test.

Pass 1 Apr 2016 19,202 miles

Centre Rear No number plate light fitted at time of test

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 18,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

clutch cable chaffing

no number plate light fitted at time of test

rear brake cable outer sheathing chaffing

Fail 24 Mar 2015 18,631 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

clutch cable chaffing

no number plate light fitted at time of test

rear brake cable outer sheathing chaffing

Pass 20 Mar 2014 17,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 16,313 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 14,645 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 8,601 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10R?

Based on 22,031 MOT tests across 2,126 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
903
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 183
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 183
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 98
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 72
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BX08 VGO is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,108 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-10R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX08 VGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX08 VGO registered?

BX08 VGO is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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