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PG08 HVY

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,589 mi
Last recorded42,589 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 HVY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 42,589 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit outer pad is half worn compared to inner pad (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 42,323 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2025 42,287 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking when handle bars are on nearside full lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 41,453 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 40,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 38,227 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 35,719 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 35,327 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 34,736 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 33,819 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 32,858 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 31,098 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

number plate lamp not working.

Pass 3 Mar 2015 31,098 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

number plate lamp not working.

Pass 27 Jan 2014 28,948 miles

Plate light not working

Fail 20 Jan 2014 28,947 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Plate light not working

Pass 2 Jul 2013 27,951 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 21,237 miles

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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PG08 HVY is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PG08 HVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PG08 HVY registered?

PG08 HVY is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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