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CU08 KCG

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,020 mi
Last recorded22,020 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 KCG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 22,020 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 19,882 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 11,971 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 7,528 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 7,517 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 5,917 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 4,314 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 4,251 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 4,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 4,175 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2013 4,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 3,944 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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CU08 KCG is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CU08 KCG, 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 CU08 KCG registered?

CU08 KCG is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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