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LX08 FZR

2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400

Silver Petrol 1352cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,953 mi
Last recorded31,953 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZZR140018,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FZR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1400
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,352cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 31,953 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 31,953 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 27,584 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 27,362 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 25,774 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 25,774 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Apr 2021 25,757 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 May 2017 24,984 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 23,660 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 20,042 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 16,305 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 11,573 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 11,379 miles

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

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

Nearside Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

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

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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LX08 FZR is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400 in Silver with a 1,352cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX08 FZR, 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.

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What year was LX08 FZR registered?

LX08 FZR is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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The MOT history for LX08 FZR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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