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FG08 LZD

2008 Kawasaki ZR1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,085 mi
Last recorded106,085 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZR100012,319 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 LZD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR1000
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 106,085 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 105,936 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 96,043 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 86,026 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 86,026 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 84,952 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 80,943 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 80,887 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 74,131 miles

Exhaust noisy May be slightly noisier than standard. (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose Bolt requires tightening. (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 25 Oct 2019 74,131 miles

Exhaust noisy May be slightly noisier than standard. (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose Bolt requires tightening. (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 63,761 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 51,210 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 40,271 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 32,392 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 May 2015 32,392 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 24,481 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 18,810 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 9,353 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 9,254 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 4,303 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR1000?

Based on 2,262 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
702
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp aim too high 4
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FG08 LZD is a 2008 Kawasaki ZR1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 12,319 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 ZR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG08 LZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG08 LZD registered?

FG08 LZD is a 2008 Kawasaki ZR1000, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 LZD safe to buy?

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