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NU08 YLA

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Blue Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,719 mi
Last recorded11,719 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 YLA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 11,719 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 11,427 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 11,360 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 11,101 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 10,586 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 9,971 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 88,471 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 8,847 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 8,153 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 7,584 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 6,553 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 5,739 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 4,901 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 4,901 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 3,939 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,010 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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NU08 YLA is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Blue with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 12,052 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NU08 YLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU08 YLA registered?

NU08 YLA is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is NU08 YLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU08 YLA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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