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MY08 ZXR

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,694 mi
Last recorded30,694 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY08 ZXR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 30,694 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 26,175 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 21,143 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 17,396 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 16,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

number plate lamp not working

silencer insecure

Fail 28 Sep 2012 16,382 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

number plate lamp not working

silencer insecure

Pass 22 Sep 2011 15,563 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2011 15,563 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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MY08 ZXR is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MY08 ZXR, 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.

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What year was MY08 ZXR registered?

MY08 ZXR is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is MY08 ZXR safe to buy?

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