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GU09 ZGO

2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,359 mi
Last recorded14,359 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F12,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 ZGO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 14,359 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 14,170 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 14,170 miles

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 13,840 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 13,840 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 13,122 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 12,649 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 11,914 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 11,389 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 10,249 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 10,221 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 9,124 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 9,015 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 7,286 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 7,286 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 5,896 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 2,837 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 2,731 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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GU09 ZGO is a 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 12,625 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 GU09 ZGO, 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 17 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 GU09 ZGO registered?

GU09 ZGO is a 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 24 March 2009.

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The MOT history for GU09 ZGO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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