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PN08 MVJ

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,425 mi
Last recorded38,425 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 MVJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 38,425 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 38,425 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 37,212 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 35,501 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2022 35,453 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2021 29,446 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 24,005 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 20,935 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2019 20,933 miles

Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018 19,990 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 18,488 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 17,780 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 17,186 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 15,099 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 13,053 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 9,774 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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PN08 MVJ is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MVJ, 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 MVJ registered?

PN08 MVJ is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is PN08 MVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN08 MVJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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