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FIG 9688

2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,734 mi
Last recorded28,734 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R13,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 9688
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 28,734 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 28,561 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 27,947 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 27,938 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 27,936 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2021 26,953 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 24,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 24,232 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2019 24,202 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 22,333 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 22,302 miles

Rear Steering linkage locking device missing wheel split pin (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail chain adjusters (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 19,016 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 12,890 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10R?

Based on 22,031 MOT tests across 2,126 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
903
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 183
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 183
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 98
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 72
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FIG 9688 is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 13,108 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-10R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FIG 9688, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FIG 9688 registered?

FIG 9688 is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is FIG 9688 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 9688 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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