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FX08 KOU

2008 Kawasaki ZX-6RR

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,739 mi
Last recorded19,739 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZX-6RR11,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 KOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6RR
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 19,739 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 17,948 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2023 16,077 miles

Central Shock absorber has a light misting of oil steering dampner (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.25mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 14,815 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 14,371 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 14,371 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 May 2016 9,800 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 9,727 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 May 2015 9,727 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 4,941 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 4,941 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 4,295 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-6RR?

Based on 4,116 MOT tests across 426 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
758
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
reflector on motorcycle missing 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Horn not working 15
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
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FX08 KOU is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-6RR in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZX-6RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 11,696 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-6RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX08 KOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-6RR typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6RR is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX08 KOU registered?

FX08 KOU is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-6RR, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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