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LX57 JBO

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

10,951 mi
Last recorded10,951 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX57 JBO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 10,951 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 10,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 May 2021 10,946 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 10,943 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 10,935 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 10,451 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 10,327 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 9,570 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 8,865 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 8,865 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 7,982 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 7,982 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 6,912 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 4,776 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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LX57 JBO is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LX57 JBO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX57 JBO registered?

LX57 JBO is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 11 February 2008.

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