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MX08 FDL

2008 Kawasaki ZX10R

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,427 mi
Last recorded19,427 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZX10R15,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 FDL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX10R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 19,427 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 18,278 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 17,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jun 2022 16,091 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 16,091 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 15,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 15,333 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 14,472 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 13,847 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 13,307 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2017 13,307 miles

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

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2016 12,304 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 11,223 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 10,014 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 2 May 2013 8,665 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 May 2012 7,381 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 6,144 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX10R?

Based on 1,794 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
897
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
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MX08 FDL is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX10R in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZX10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 15,576 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 ZX10R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX08 FDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZX10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX08 FDL registered?

MX08 FDL is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX10R, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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