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GJ08 GYW

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,151 mi
Last recorded25,151 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 GYW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 25,151 miles

Day time use only

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 8 May 2026 25,151 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy head bearings notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Day time use only

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 26 Mar 2025 24,981 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 22,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 20,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 19,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 17,800 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 16,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jan 2020 16,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure bolt missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 12,550 miles

Exhaust noisy non standard silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2018 9,343 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 5,699 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 4,922 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 4,620 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 512 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
512
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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GJ08 GYW is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 13,946 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 1000 E8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ08 GYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ08 GYW registered?

GJ08 GYW is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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