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GJ08 GZD

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,800 mi
Last recorded24,800 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 GZD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,800 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 24,800 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 21,134 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 20,662 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 20,662 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front position lamp incorrect colour REPLACED BOTH BLUE BULBS (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED (1.6)

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. SLIGHTLY TO THE LEFT (2.5.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection CLUTCH AND THROTTLE CABLES TIED BACK (2.1.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 17,157 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 16,085 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 14,372 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 13,549 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 11,528 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 11,528 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 GZD is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GZD, 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 GZD registered?

GJ08 GZD is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GJ08 GZD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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