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CN08 JKZ

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,939 mi
Last recorded61,939 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN08 JKZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 61,939 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 61,590 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 61,388 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 61,046 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 60,662 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 60,442 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 59,953 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 58,392 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both fork legs have slight missting (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Feb 2018 58,392 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both fork legs have slight missting (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 57,238 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 57,238 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 52,808 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2015 52,808 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2014 44,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 37,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 31,117 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 23,503 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 512 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
512
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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CN08 JKZ is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 13,946 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 1000 E8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CN08 JKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CN08 JKZ registered?

CN08 JKZ is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 12 July 2008.

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