CarVerify

Free Car Check

FX08 NCN

2008 Kawasaki Zx

Black Petrol 1000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

28,784 mi
Last recorded28,784 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx10,155 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

RegistrationFX08 NCN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 28,784 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2025 28,784 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 27,553 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 25,670 miles

Exhaust noisy baffle fitted at test (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear number plate fitted under tray still visible from rear

Pass 8 Apr 2022 25,367 miles

Exhaust noisy baffle fitted at test (8.1.1 (a))

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

number plate fitted to under tray still visible from rear

Fail 8 Apr 2022 25,367 miles

Exhaust noisy baffle fitted at test (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

number plate fitted to under tray still visible from rear

Pass 17 Dec 2018 24,575 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2018 24,575 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 23,194 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 23,052 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 23,052 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 22,998 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 22,965 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 22,965 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 22,553 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 21,954 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 20,902 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx?

Based on 43,635 MOT tests across 6,325 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
6,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
Full Kawasaki Zx 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

FX08 NCN is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 10,155 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX08 NCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX08 NCN?

You can check the full history of FX08 NCN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FX08 NCN registered?

FX08 NCN is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is FX08 NCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 NCN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX08 NCN 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 FX08 NCN. 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.