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FBO 433L

2008 Kawasaki Z1

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,326 mi
Last recorded4,326 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBO 433L
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 4,326 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 4,266 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 4,175 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 4,148 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 4,105 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2016 4,064 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2015 4,025 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 May 2015 4,021 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 3,700 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 3,638 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 3,623 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 3,103 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 3,103 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 2,681 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 321 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
239
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 5
Horn not working 5
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FBO 433L is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1 in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z1 fails its MOT is direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBO 433L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Z1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FBO 433L registered?

FBO 433L is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1, first registered on 1 December 2008.

Is FBO 433L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBO 433L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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