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GK08 XOL

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

White Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,988 mi
Last recorded23,988 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XOL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 23,988 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 23,557 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 23,063 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 22,880 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2021 22,740 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 22,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 20,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 19,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2018 19,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 16,899 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 16,544 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 14,684 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 10,135 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 2,437 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 992 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F?

Based on 2,029 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
792
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
Headlamp aim too low 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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GK08 XOL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in White with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,260 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK08 XOL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK08 XOL registered?

GK08 XOL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 26 April 2008.

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