CarVerify

Free Car Check

FD08 SWK

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Green Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,395 mi
Last recorded23,395 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 SWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 23,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 21,297 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 19,720 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 17,421 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 17,421 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 17,217 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 15,896 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 15,628 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 14,709 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 13,540 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 11,186 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 8,641 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 6,612 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2012 6,612 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 4,384 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
Full Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FD08 SWK is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 FD08 SWK, 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

How do I check the history of FD08 SWK?

You can check the full history of FD08 SWK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FD08 SWK registered?

FD08 SWK is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is FD08 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 SWK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD08 SWK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FD08 SWK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.