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GD08 LYK

2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,660 mi
Last recorded31,660 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R13,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 LYK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 31,660 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 30,955 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 28,981 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 28,981 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2023 25,910 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 20,047 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 19,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 19,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 19,719 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,523 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 18,020 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 18,020 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 14,807 miles

Front brake pads low

Pass 17 Jul 2012 11,673 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 13 Jul 2011 9,142 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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GD08 LYK is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GD08 LYK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GD08 LYK registered?

GD08 LYK is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 19 July 2008.

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