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LB08 EFL

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,122 mi
Last recorded25,122 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 EFL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 25,122 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 24,201 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 24,168 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2023 21,525 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 19,273 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 18,453 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 17,050 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 15,844 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 14,850 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 13,512 miles

Nearside Lower Fairing pannel has bolt missing

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,701 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 11,701 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,869 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 5,891 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2013 5,891 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 5,210 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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LB08 EFL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LB08 EFL, 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 LB08 EFL registered?

LB08 EFL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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