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GN08 SGZ

2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,106 mi
Last recorded20,106 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R13,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 SGZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2024 20,106 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

headlamp poorly mounted

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 19,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Pass 23 Mar 2021 16,803 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 16,183 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 15,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 14,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2014 14,237 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2013 14,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 14,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 19 May 2012 10,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Fail 18 May 2012 10,377 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

rear lamp unit slightly insecure

Pass 13 May 2011 6,848 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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GN08 SGZ is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GN08 SGZ, 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.

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What year was GN08 SGZ registered?

GN08 SGZ is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 20 May 2008.

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