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V55 KAW

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,517 mi
Last recorded14,517 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV55 KAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 14,517 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025
Pass 22 Mar 2024 14,424 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 13,284 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 12,954 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 12,920 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 12,805 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 12,219 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 11,874 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 7,393 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 6,453 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 5,379 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 5,135 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 3,891 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 3,674 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 3,647 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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V55 KAW is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V55 KAW, 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 V55 KAW registered?

V55 KAW is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is V55 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V55 KAW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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