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GV08 LJO

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,247 mi
Last recorded51,247 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 LJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 51,247 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 50,846 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2019 50,840 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 50,100 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 49,562 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 49,562 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 48,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate cracked

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 47,843 miles

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

front tyre tread getting low

number plate cracked

number plate lamp not working

Pass 8 Oct 2013 44,813 miles

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

crack in number plate

Pass 3 Oct 2012 39,198 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 33,321 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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GV08 LJO is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GV08 LJO, 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 GV08 LJO registered?

GV08 LJO is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is GV08 LJO safe to buy?

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