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CE08 XCD

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,463 mi
Last recorded28,463 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XCD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 28,463 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy AFTER MARKET EXHAUST SILENCERS FITTED WHICH ARE LOUDER THAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit REAR TYRE GETTING LOW. DOWN TO 1.6MM WITH UNEVEN WEAR EVIDENT. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 27,655 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy AFTER MARKET SILENCERS FITTED WHICH ARE LOUDER THAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 25,399 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 24,127 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 23,278 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 22,598 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 16,159 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 12,769 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 12,769 miles

Rear Upper Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 12,121 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 11,431 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 10,951 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 10,443 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 8,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 8,068 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 8,068 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 5,185 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 5,185 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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CE08 XCD is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CE08 XCD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE08 XCD registered?

CE08 XCD is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is CE08 XCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XCD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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