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OV08 EMX

2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,631 mi
Last recorded23,631 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZZR140018,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 EMX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1400
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 23,631 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 21,622 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 18,916 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 18,879 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 14,528 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 13,617 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 12,406 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 11,995 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 11,972 miles

extensive bodywork obscuring testable items

Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,761 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 8,762 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 8,023 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 7,707 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2011 6,688 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 6,688 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR1400?

Based on 6,313 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,178
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Headlamp aim too low 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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OV08 EMX is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400 in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 18,484 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 ZZR1400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV08 EMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV08 EMX registered?

OV08 EMX is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is OV08 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 EMX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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