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NK08 LRL

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,491 mi
Last recorded21,491 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 LRL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 21,491 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 21,437 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 21,245 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 19,919 miles

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear shock absorber mount has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 18,277 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 15,795 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 15,769 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 15,647 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 15,010 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 14,101 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 11,645 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 10,041 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 9,595 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 9,595 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 9,134 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 6,684 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 6,648 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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NK08 LRL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NK08 LRL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK08 LRL registered?

NK08 LRL is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 7 August 2008.

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