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RA57 WYG

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,560 mi
Last recorded10,560 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 WYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 10,560 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2025 10,560 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 10,322 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 9,945 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 9,617 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 9,594 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 9,530 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 9,493 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 9,208 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 8,647 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 8,647 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 7,214 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 7,110 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 3,796 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 3,796 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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RA57 WYG is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RA57 WYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA57 WYG registered?

RA57 WYG is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 5 February 2008.

Is RA57 WYG safe to buy?

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