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LA08 DWU

2008 Kawasaki Z750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,564 mi
Last recorded30,564 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z75013,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 DWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ750
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 30,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 29,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 28,910 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 27,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2023 27,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 25,048 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 24,112 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 23,630 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 23,630 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 23,098 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 23,097 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. BROKEN (6.2.1g)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering LOOSE (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Motorcycle structure cracked ENGIN MOUNT (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure cracked ENGIN MOUNT (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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Pass 9 May 2016 19,346 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 13,123 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 8,350 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 8,350 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 32,998 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z750?

Based on 15,307 MOT tests across 1,858 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,858
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 155
reflector on motorcycle missing 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 86
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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LA08 DWU is a 2008 Kawasaki Z750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Z750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 13,195 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 Z750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA08 DWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z750 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Z750 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LA08 DWU registered?

LA08 DWU is a 2008 Kawasaki Z750, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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