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PN08 DKY

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Blue Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 DKY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2024
Pass 12 Aug 2023
Pass 24 Aug 2022
Fail 24 Aug 2022

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 May 2019 17,290 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2019 17,289 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Stop lamp not working with foot brake pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 16,613 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2016 15,560 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 15,560 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2015 14,156 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 14,156 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 May 2014 12,452 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 21 May 2014 12,452 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2013 10,916 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 9,061 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 6,205 miles

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

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 6,205 miles

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

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

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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PN08 DKY is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Blue with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PN08 DKY, 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.

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What year was PN08 DKY registered?

PN08 DKY is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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