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SP08 BRZ

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,629 mi
Last recorded39,629 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 BRZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 39,629 miles

Nearside Front clutch lever bent but functional

Pass 10 Apr 2025 39,019 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2025 39,013 miles

All position lamps not working Front and rear position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 38,333 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2024 38,333 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 37,512 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 36,846 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 36,838 miles

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 35,464 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 33,799 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 32,441 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 29,883 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 26,823 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 24,171 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 20,150 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 16,860 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 14,060 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F?

Based on 2,029 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
792
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
Headlamp aim too low 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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SP08 BRZ is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,260 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 Zr 1000 B8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP08 BRZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP08 BRZ registered?

SP08 BRZ is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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