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FG08 LYS

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

33,535 mi
Last recorded33,535 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 LYS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 33,535 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 32,032 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 30,367 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 27,845 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front switchgear loose on bars

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 26,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 May 2022 26,790 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 24,090 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 24,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2019 19,949 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 18,435 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 16,425 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 16,425 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 15,361 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 14,561 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 13,995 miles

front wheel bearings rough.(borderline pass)

Pass 25 May 2013 11,686 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 10,235 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 10,219 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 8,782 miles

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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FG08 LYS is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FG08 LYS, 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 FG08 LYS registered?

FG08 LYS is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 LYS safe to buy?

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