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GV08 LJL

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

White Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,490 mi
Last recorded14,490 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 LJL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 14,490 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 13,477 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 11,802 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 11,303 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 10,102 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 8,243 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 6,256 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 1,549 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 1,154 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 1,143 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 1,134 miles

Front brakes slightly binding.

Pass 19 Sep 2013 1,123 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 1,113 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 1,072 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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GV08 LJL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in White with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV08 LJL, 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 GV08 LJL registered?

GV08 LJL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 12 April 2008.

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