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MX08 LVE

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,730 mi
Last recorded16,730 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 LVE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 16,730 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy Slightly louder but not excessive (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 May 2026 16,723 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up Bearings breaking up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy Slightly louder but not excessive (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 16,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 14,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 14,560 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 13,474 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 11,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 11,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working Replaced (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2021 9,008 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 8,565 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 3,961 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 3,733 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F?

Based on 2,029 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
792
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
Headlamp aim too low 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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MX08 LVE is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,260 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 Zr 1000 B8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX08 LVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX08 LVE registered?

MX08 LVE is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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