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LM08 VFT

2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,664 mi
Last recorded36,664 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZZR140018,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 VFT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1400
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 36,664 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 35,311 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 33,904 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 33,302 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 31,343 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 30,006 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 30,006 miles

Central Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 25,532 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 21,113 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 17,186 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 11,485 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,001 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 3,973 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 3,431 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR1400?

Based on 6,313 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,178
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Headlamp aim too low 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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LM08 VFT is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400 in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 18,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR1400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM08 VFT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM08 VFT registered?

LM08 VFT is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400, first registered on 3 May 2008.

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