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PL08 KUO

2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,527 mi
Last recorded22,527 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki ZZR140018,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 KUO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1400
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 22,527 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 14 May 2025 21,333 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 14 May 2025 21,333 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2024 19,618 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 17,710 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 May 2022 15,821 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 14,438 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 14,252 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 14,004 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 12,523 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 12,224 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 10,937 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 10,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 9,377 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 6,605 miles

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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PL08 KUO 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 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PL08 KUO, 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.

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PL08 KUO is a 2008 Kawasaki ZZR1400, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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